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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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    I know it's hard but try not to worry or think about it! I work in a gp surgery and often have to file the results of fit tests and cervical screenings. Its craazy how many come back positive and then negative once they have further investigations and testing! I would say we get at least 8 positive a week (out of approx 30) and we only get 1 or 2 a year that are positive after the further testing! ️

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    I know it's hard but try not to worry or think about it! I work in a gp surgery and often have to file the results of fit tests and cervical screenings. Its craazy how many come back positive and then negative once they have further investigations and testing! I would say we get at least 8 positive a week (out of approx 30) and we only get 1 or 2 a year that are positive after the further testing! ️

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