Hello,
I wrote a post on here recently expressing my absolute terror regarding the potential outcome of a colonoscopy for my partner (age 53) who had been sent for the procedure following a change in bowel habits (noticed around 8 months previously) and a positive fit score. He was referred under the two week pathway. To say I had convinced myself of the worst possible outcome was an understatement. The two weeks leading up to the process were inner turmoil for me and created such a level of fear, I can't describe it. I'd read the stats that people over 50 are at a much higher risk so this fed my anxiety further! Am writing here in the hope it can offer some reassurance on some level to anyone waiting and worrying like I was.
For my partner, as many have said on here, the prep was the most unpleasant part for him but he got through it. He opted for a sedation for the colonoscopy and said the procedure was fine. Meanwhile, I waited fearing the worst. When he finally came out, he told me they'd found a polyp which was removed, a case of hemorrhoids and a diagnosis of diverticulosis which I believe is common amongst people in this age group. He'll have a follow up colonoscopy in three years. I know not everyone gets this good news but I wanted to highlight a positive story in the hope it can offer some level of comfort to anyone in those horrible days leading up to the procedure.
All the best to everyone on here in whatever situation they're in. Take care all.
