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Positive FIT test, feeling worried

Kate72
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Hi all,

I had the doctor phone me this evening to tell me that my FIT test result was more than 190 (positive is above 10). I have no symptoms apart from having had blood in my poo 2 weeks ago hence the visit to the doctor. I am 52, currently marathon training and feeling healthy but am now totally terrified. I am being fast tracked for a colonoscopy within 2 weeks.

I know I need to stop reading stuff online about the results etc. but I am glad I stumbled on this Forum. I have no question to ask really just feel I need to express myself and hopefully hear back from someone who may be able to ease my thoughts.

Thanks in advance and hope you are all ok.

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    Hi,

    I am sorry that you are going through this difficult time.

    I also experienced this worry last year after experiencing blood, along with a change in bowel habits. My FIT test was in the 90s, and I remember being scared for the colonoscopy. However, nothing sinister at all was found from my colonoscopy, and the biopsies were all clear :) the actual procedure was a little painful/uncomfortable at times, but nothing unmanageable.

    Hope this can offer some reassurance that a high FIT test doesn’t always mean bad news. Fingers crossed that everything goes well for you and you feel better soon!

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    Thank you Petal88. I just want it all to happen now but I need to play the waiting game. I know it will be a few days before I get a date for the colonoscopy so somehow need to not think about it. It just seems like such a high result. Fingers crossed!

    Really glad to hear you were all clear.

    Thank you once again 

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    Thank you Petal88. I just want it all to happen now but I need to play the waiting game. I know it will be a few days before I get a date for the colonoscopy so somehow need to not think about it. It just seems like such a high result. Fingers crossed!

    Really glad to hear you were all clear.

    Thank you once again 

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