I just wanted to put this on here as i looked on here before my colonoscopy that i have just had: I found other peoples posts about it very reassuring and i wanted to reassure others too.

Ive had odd bleeding since last March (2020), 2 FIT test that were negative. However, i asked to be screened as i had blood in my stool for the third time and i could not stop worrying about it.

I  had a colonoscopy without sedation 2 days ago and was absolutely fine. I did get cramping pains at certain points so had gas & air but this was definitely the right decision for me because i did not want the drugs.

Also, although ive had  blood in my stools my bowels were fine, so again be reassured that not all bleeding is cancer, but it is vital you get it checked out. I know its hard not to worry about that as i was really anxious about it and the procedure, but if i had to have it again i honestly would not be as anxious as i was before,. The consultant and nurse were brilliant and they kept it very dignified for me, which is something else i was so worried about!

The worse thing for me was the Moviprep, it was so sweet it made me gag! :)

I hope this post helps others in this situation and i would encourage anyone if they have symptoms to go and get this done, and thanks agin for the post others have posted on here, it really does help hearing real life experiences!