Colonoscopy

Hello I’m new to your group I was wondering if you could throw some light on my health issues. Im a little worried  about 2 years ago I had a colonoscopy as I had developed irregular bowel movement my GP sent me for a colonoscopy.That came back clear but the bowel movement remained  the same.

Year later I was sent a home bowel testing kit ( poo sticks) because of my age. The results came back abnormal blood was found in my sample. I had another colonoscopy and they found 5 polyps which were removed and came back clear.

 My GP then noticed  I had iron deficiency anaemia  from a blood test I had. I had another fit test this was 14 months after my second colonoscopy.  This test came back with blood in my poo.

I had to have another colonoscopy that came back clear. My iron levels have since raised as I’m taking iron tablets everyday.  

 My serum folate is  also low  I have a Endoscopy next week. I really hope they get to the cause of my health problems.

  • Hi Ambi,

    Welcome to Cancer Chat.

    Unfortunately it will only be your doctor who can advise on this, so it's good to hear that they are investigating things and that you have an appointment coming up.

    Hopefully you will be able to get the answers you need soon. Keep in touch with your doctor with any concerns or questions in the meantime.

    Wishing you all the best,

    Ben
    Cancer Chat Moderator