I feel your worry. I have had problems on/off with my digestive system for years but symptoms always settle down after 2-3 days max. This did not happen last time, with chronic diarrhoea, some sickness, pain in right side which can go right through to my back. This started early December and by Xmas had been to my doctor twice with various test taken. FIT test came back clear, calprotectin level slightly raised (now normal), bloods OK.

Symptoms did not improve but as tests were clear no referrals via NHS. Luckily, although reluctantly, I can afford to fund some private health care, so booked. Colonoscopy not completed due to loop in my colon, so last week had a CT Colonography. Between these 2 tests, did manage to see a doc via NHS, who thinks it might be gallstones, thyroid issues etc so follow up blood tests only taken this week.

Like you googling symptoms and they are also getting worse. Worried sick and sure I have pancreatic cancer as a lot of my symptoms match. Getting my results of CT Colonography on Monday, but taking panic attacks, crying a lot, don't want to eat.....probably making myself ill. Fingers crossed for both of us, take care.

Hi Karma84

Thanks so much for your response.  Helpful to know others are in similar situation, not that I'd wish this on anyone!   I am also going from moments of tears and almost unbearable anxiety to almost calm acceptance (which is bonkers I know when I don't even have a diagnosis yet) but somehow expecting the worst seems like a protective mechanism.   Hope you hear encouraging news on Monday.  

Had my symptoms 2 yrs 3 months feel so unwell floating pale stools pain in stomach and back x gastriscopy colonoscopy full body ct scan stool elastase test amylase tests plus many other blood tests all normal doc hasent a clue what it is apart from ibs x I'm convinced its PC just waiting to die feel so ill 

So sorry to hear that. 
 

I am realising just how many people dont get a quick or definitive diagnosis for worrying symptoms of this sort.  Having been lucky enough to have had good health until the onset of my symptoms I had naively assumed doctors mostly have the answers but seems inot.

Hi. I read a wonderful previous post on here yesterday which really resonated with me and simply said you’re not alone, we’re all here with you every step of the way. It was so uplifting and I hope it brings you the same comfort it brings me.  

My mum is 70. She is suffering with bad back pain, constipation and diarrhoea, vague stomach pain, chronic indigestion, and has lost over 3 stone in weight. Her brother died of pancreatic cancer three years ago, and her sister was diagnosed last week with the same.

Mum had her scan on Monday and we’re now playing the waiting game for results. Every time the phone rings or I hear the postman, my heart is in my throat. But as Mum keeps telling me, there’s no point worrying over what hasn’t happened yet, so try to stay positive and I really hope you hear positive news very soon.

Podge.x

Thank you Podge. I hope your Mum's news is also positive.  You are so right, the people here on the forum are incredibly positive and supportive considering everyone here is dealing with some hearbreak of their own.  I find it really helpful to share here without constantly burdening my loved ones with my worries and latest theories!

That is good news.  Hope the diet re-boot works well for you!

Brilliant news! So pleased for you.

Podge.x

Thank you very much. Everything crossed for your mum, your family has been through more than enough. Please take care and if you feel like it, let us know. XX