Colonoscopy or virtual ct Colonoscopy

Hi everyone 

Had to have an urgent referral for a positive fit test after having some blood in stool

Was booked in for a colonoscopy  this morning hoovered once got there and just before was due to change to go down had a major panick /anxiety attack

The guy doing the test was amazing and listen while I bawled like a child he said while I was body ready to have the colonoscopy  physiologically i wasnt and said he would refer me for the virtual ct colonoscopy  and go from there 

Anyone else had this or just me 

I feel stupid for not being able to tolerate it even though I know its needed 

  • Update 

    I have my appointment for ct colonoscopy  with bowel prep of gastgraflin  has anyone had this 

  • Hello Anxious45

    I'm sorry to hear that you've had some health concerns recently, which led to a referral for a colonoscopy. It's good to know that the hospital staff were so reassuring when you felt so upset and anxious at the appointment, and that they have now arranged for you to have some alternative investigations. 

    We have some information about CT colonography that may help give some reassurance. If it would help to talk things through with one of our nurses you're welcome to call them on 0808 800 4040, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. I know they will be happy to listen and offer any advice, information and support they can. 

    I hope that things go smoothly for you Anxious45 and that the results of your investigations bring some reassurance. Do let us know how you get on. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator