In the Headlights

Hi there, as per title. I feel like I am a deer caught in the headlights. 

Ive had symptoms for I dont even know how long. Because I put them down to social anxiety causing IBS. But things havent been right for awhile. 

I have always felt tired, exhausted etc, even more so last few years. Then 7 months + ago my bowel habbits started to change. I do hate to admit that I could easily beat a good few people witb the quantity and sheer sound with the gas I was able to pass haha however that doesn't happen so much anymore. I have issues relieving and emptying my bowel fully. Going and being able to pass anything sometimes. Some days I can't go at all and I feel pain, pressure, bloating, mucus all the time, loose stool, not a properly formed one in months, always constipated with loose stool, nausea, pain abdoment, back, ive had pain under ribs and chest too. Even if I havent or I have eaten little o will bloating, dont pass gas quite as frequent. Different colour stool from grey to reallt dark, foul smell some smelt like tar I would say. Sorry for TMI. I have had 3 instances of blood. And I have felt a least 3 lumps left side of abdomen and 1 on the right, I have not done a full check.

I was diagnosed with ADHD last year and do take medication, im the beginning my appetite dropped from the medication  ut I started to eat again. I feel weak and tired, I think my Elvanse keeps me going. I used to nap all the time until I started taking it. My appetite isnt good, foods I used to like I struggle to eat, I have lost weight, unsure how much during this whole change to body functions. I have spoke to my GP,  I asked for a CT and colonoscopy as my concern was growing after last 3/4 months but didnt want to feel like I was making things bigger than they were. Partner was and still is concerned. I also have PCOS, and have been suffering with B12 anemia and folate deficiency for a few years too. 

Did a deep dive into my raw Ancestry dna and that came back with multiple health risks, autoimmue and a good few risks for cancer. 

I was told to id need a USS first.

Anyway, im sitting here unable to go to the bathroom properly, in discomfort and pain all day, worried about the 4 lumps i have found and waiting for an appointment. 29th April I informed I was having symptoms and sent my dna findings to inform why I was asking for multiple tests and genetics due to cancer genes found. 12th a USS from GP was requested.

I am a 30 year old female, chronic lifelong mental health, stress. Two children. 

Some days I dont know if im getting more unwell or not. 

I feel a general feeling of being unwell and I cant place it.

I dont have any friends, my partner knows my health ATM and my mum knows a little. It's too much for my partner sometimes with subject matter. 

  • Hello Podumpto

    I'm sorry to hear that you've been having ongoing health problems. It sounds like it's been quite difficult for you and has sometimes become overwhelming. 

    It's good to hear that you've already seen your doctor about your symptoms and that an initial investigation with an ultrasound has been arranged for next week. It's understandable that you want answers. We know that for many people the period of waiting for tests and results can be difficult. You might find it helpful to read through the post we have about how to cope with waiting for news for some advice and tips. 

    Try to remember that there could be any number of causes for the symptoms you've described. Hopefully the investigations your GP is organising will bring some answers and reassurance but if you think it might help to chat things through with one of our nurses you're welcome to call them on 0808 800 4040, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. 

    I hope you have some news soon. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator