Hello Mike_1965,

Thank you for posting and I hope that the appointment went ok yesterday and the doctor was able to address some of your concerns. Let us know how you're getting on!

Best wishes,

Moderator Anastasia

Thanks so much  the appointment was very relaxed. Doctor did not seem worried even suggested I take another FIT test to rule out know bleeds or infection. I opted for the referral despite being terrified. He did say based on my feedback even the hospital might as for another FIT. Guess I should be encouraged??

Hi I just put forward my first post and my readings were exactly the same. Reading on here our readings are low compared to many others, so I am hoping it works for us.

I wish you all the very best on the journey and hope it goes all well. 

Keep in touch 

Thanks so much  yes fingers crossed and my very best to you

Further update. Had a call from a consultant today. Very nice chap who took my history. Based on that he felt my likelihood of having cancer were low but the only way to find out is via the colonoscopy which he is putting me forward for. We discussed a further FIT test and while he would have done it, his advice was I should have the procedure. I'm wondering what sort of anemia levels people were seeing that then went on to have a positive test for cancer? My ferittin was 23 for example? Scared as hell just now but at least it looks like I'll get Christmas 

Further update. Had a call from a consultant today. Very nice chap who took my history. Based on that he felt my likelihood of having cancer were low but the only way to find out is via the colonoscopy which he is putting me forward for. We discussed a further FIT test and while he would have done it, his advice was I should have the procedure. I'm wondering what sort of anemia levels people were seeing that then went on to have a positive test for cancer? My ferittin was 23 for example? Scared as hell just now but at least it looks like I'll get Christmas 

Hi Mike

I hope the colonoscopy goes well and you get good news.

I'm also terrified. Been given the same sort of referral. FIT test says >200, which i think I understand is over the normal range, but not cra,y high? I've had other issues in the past that cause a little bleeding so I'm hoping it's just that.

I've been referred as I've also had a big increase in bowel movement. I'm hoping and praying that is an allergy/intolerance or another condition. Past 2 days I've completely simplified my diet and cut out all gluten and dairy, and today I've only needed to go 3 times, so maybe that?

I'm terrified as the dr has mentioned cancer as a real possibility.

Really hoping for good news for us both.

If any more expert posters can share advice, please do!

Oh James, my very best to you. Stay hopeful 

Update 21 December. My anxiety and nerves are in tatters. Been trying to be brave and hopeful but things are happening that make me worry more and that in turn properly makes more symptoms that worry me. So the start of this I was feeling fine, only went to doctors due itchy skin, that's gone now. 23u iron. Last night I was woken by horrible low tummy pain, just like when I first had a diverticulitis attack in 2016. Eventually after sitting downstairs for a few hours it subsided enough to sleep. Pain had gone but it felt tender when I got up. Pretty normal bowel movements and nothing of concern to be seen, certainly no blood. Went out with the wife to a garden centre and before long was feeling a bit light headed and tired. Most odd. So here I am now convinced there is cancer and it's going mad inside me. Honestly this is terrible. 

Update after colonoscopy. Pleased to say other than extensive diverticular disease throughout, one 2cm polyp was removed with the consultant stating it looked completely benign. Obviously been sent to the lab but no signs of cancer. Procedure was nowhere near as bad as I was expecting, had sedation. The worst part was the god awful bowel prep. Good luck to everyone else 

Morning Mike 

I'm.so happy for you. That is wonderful news to start the day. I hope the can continue to help you manage the diverticular.

I am going for my colonoscopy this morning. Feel pretty rubbish from the bowel prep, but moreover I am absolutely terrified about it all. The procedure, any complications (I also have a heavy cold, so not helping on the dehydration) and mostly what they find.

Hoping and praying to post back here with good news.

Take care, Mike. God Bless.

Morning James, the bowel prep is the worst of it. Are you having sedation? The procedure was uncomfortable a couple of times but nothing dramatic. Totally understand how you are feeling.

Be sure to write down any relevant medical observations or concerns. The nurse that books you in will take note and pass to the team doing it.

Best of luck, praying for a good outcome for you.

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Thank you Mike

Awaiting debrief with the Dr. Procedure wasn't too bad.

But they found something and now I am even more scared.

Very best of luck, let us know if you want to 

Hi Mike

I'll post more in the thread i started. Not great news, I'm afraid. But a plan coming together