Worried I have bowel cancer at the age of 29

Hi everyone, 

 

over the past few weeks, I have been experiencing constipation, I have taken many laxatives which had made me go to the toilet but am still struggling and doesn't feel like a full evaluation. I am also experiencing lower back dull aching, not painful, also lower abdominal dull ache, like a full feeling. I've been eating fine, but this morning woke up and feel like a sick feeling. I'm only worried simply because I've read so many stories on people my age who have had similar symptoms and had cancer and just so worried, what if I do have cancer? I haven't noticed any blood in my stool or anything. I do suffer from anxiety and depression which I've not been taking my tablets for either, that could play a part? I've had blood tests before and everything came back normal but now it's started again. 
 

Thanks

  • Welcome to the forum Jamiedean91 although I'm sorry for the reason you're joining us.

    As your symptoms have returned it may be worth letting your GP know as they will be able to investigate once more and let you know if this is any cause for concern.

    With most GP appointments initially being by telephone it can be difficult to remember everything you want to say and to remember everything they say, especially on the phone, but I hope these handy tips will help you get the most out of your appointment.

    I hope you're able to get some answers and peace of mind soon.

    All the best,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

  • Hi Steph, 

     

    Thaks for the reply. I spoke to my doctor about it all and he says there is nothing to worry about, because I've been off my meds for anxiety and depression. He said I should go back on to them as he thought I responded really well to them, I only came off them due to putting weight on, I expressed my conserns about my symptoms and I keep thinking it's cancer but he said all the years he's known me, I've always worried about so many little things and have a obsession I've them, I which is right from past experiences. I did have bloods taken a few months back which came back clear and also had a ultra sound scan on my pelvic area and near my stomach which all looked fine, maybe my anxiety is making it all seem much worse then it is? 

     

    Thanks