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jemstone123
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Good Afternoon,

 

I had a black stool this week which corncered me a little bit, I am trying not to think of the worse while awaiting stool sample results Fit test and the one handed into my GP surgery. Lucky I've not noticed a black stool since apart from minor bloody streaks in my stool. I have sensitive stomach issues (Mild IBS). The doctor is being really efficient and I've  had 6 vials of blood taken to check for celiac, blood sugar, anemia...the works. I cannot fault it. 

 

I think my mind is going into overdrive, I've noticed blood in my stool for a while but I've put it down to constipation / anal tearing. I am also on heart medication which causes me to be constipated. 

I am only 30  but I know young people can Colon Cancer, which you never really think about until you notice something unusual.

Can a Black Stool be a once off accurence? caused by something I've eaten (I am not on any iron tablets or eaten anything that would cause my blood to turn black. I remember having a metalic taste in my mouth that day but it was probably due to the dried up minor nose bleed. 

I am just hear for reassurance really. 

 

Thank you you for listening.

 

Jemma 

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    Oh bless you chick. I won't lie to you, I did find some of the scope uncomfortable and glad I had the sedation, it wasn't climbing the walls bad or anything but was definitely some discomfort, the bowel prep was disgusting. If they give you moviprep I didn't start it until 4 instead of 2 so had to drink a litre in 1 go, then another 500ml over the next 40mins or so to get back on track, but it works fast. By 5:30 I started going.  By the time I went to bed it was OK and I was 'empty' I got up and shower at 5:45 as you have to drink 500ml at 6am again 6:30 it had done its thing and by the time I left at 8:30 for my appointment I was pretty sure I wouldn't have any issues

     

    I won't tell you not to stress or worry or its human nature that we do,  we are back to the drawing board for gynae investigations for me now and I am determined to remain focus and positive and to be honest it is definitely a better mindset if you can get yourself in it chick but it is easier said than done.

    I really hope you get your answers soon!!!

    Keep me posted. Xxx

  • Offline in reply to jemstone123

    Hi just wanted an update, how are u doing now?

  • Offline in reply to jemstone123

    Hi did you find the cause of your troubles? Hope all is well xx

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