Blood in bowel movement

Hya I'm waiting on 2 week referral for a colonoscopy I've had up and down stools for 4 months I rang the go yesterday regarding this and he said he would do a referral to see what the cause maybe I was ok with this as I had not had any bleeding or pain and today low and behold I found blood in my stools my anxiety is through the roof I contacted my gp again who said go to A&E as I was told last year I had diverticulitis after a scan for GERD I also had H Pylori which I had mediation for 2 times when I got to A&E I was sent to ASU where I was given an examination and small camara inserted the consultant said he could see some small amount of blood but also motion so referred me for the colonoscopy I am so scared my anxiety is working overdrive I've not slept properly for days as I was getting more concerned about my stools anyway but now blood has made me go into overdrive of anxiety please help

  • Hello Alijo71

    I'm sorry to hear that you're dealing with some health concerns at the moment. We know that it can be a very anxious time waiting for tests and results and it's not uncommon to feel overwhelmed by things. 

    It can often help to talk things through with someone and I wonder if you might find it useful to have a chat with one of our team of nruses. I'm sure they will be able to offer some support and reassurance whilst you're waiting for your appointment. If you'd like to chat with them they're available Monday to Friday from 9 am to 5 pm on 0808 800 4040. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cacner Chat moderator