4 weeks and still waiting for a colonoscopy appt. What do I do?

I was sent by gp for urgent colonoscopy blood found in poo.  Consultant online said I'd be given an appointment.? Been 4 weeks waiting. Worried.  Mum died of cancer of colon.  I have diverticulitis.  What do I do? 

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  • Hello Valc and welcome to the community.

    I'm sorry you still haven't heard anything about your appointment. Sadly a lot of people are having to wait longer than usual due to the pandemic backlogs but if you're worried, you could get in touch with your GP and see if they're able to chase this up for you.

    Hopefully some of our members who have been in a similar position will offer their thoughts and advice to you soon but in the meantime, we'll have our fingers crossed your appointment comes through soon.

    All the best,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

     

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  • Hello Valc and welcome to the community.

    I'm sorry you still haven't heard anything about your appointment. Sadly a lot of people are having to wait longer than usual due to the pandemic backlogs but if you're worried, you could get in touch with your GP and see if they're able to chase this up for you.

    Hopefully some of our members who have been in a similar position will offer their thoughts and advice to you soon but in the meantime, we'll have our fingers crossed your appointment comes through soon.

    All the best,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

     

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