Hi folks
Just thought I'd post an update on my colonoscopy today. I had double pain relief didn't work haha they only decsending colon managed to get so far up so classed as UNCOMPLETE because of uncontrollable loopingand unable to pass tight fixture despite positional changes. Colon appeared normal, small hemorrhoid which they say is more than likely from moviprep no concern at all took two biopsies, now waiting for a CTC and CT CAP. So so far so good. X
Thats good to hear. What is CTC and CT CAP. Glad they didnt find nothing though xx
Hi that’s good to hear did you go through NHS
Glad to hear that and please please update us on ur biopsy
Thankyou I will x
Yerh that's what there doing and xrays from hips to chest 😕 decsending colon was looping.
Hi how long did you have to wait for your appointment
Hi how long did you have to wait for your appointment
They are taking the piss with meI had a polyp removed from my anal canal in August I don’t think so they’re all the way with the camera and I’m still having bleeding when I go past Poo when they removed a polyp it was still having a lot of problems with it just can’t get no appointments from them they just playing about
Iqbal1984 , I'm so sorry to hear you are getting the run-around from your medical team.
Is it possible to contact another group of medical professionals separate from those who you are currently speaking with?
Hang in there, and I hope you get an appointment soon so you can get some answers!
~Nicole @ GCCA
The thing is I’ve been waiting since August and I’m still bleeding every day I just can’t believe it no ones contacted me they just letting me suffer
They are taking the piss with meI had a polyp removed from my anal canal in August I don’t think so they’re all the way with the camera and I’m still having bleeding when I go past Poo when they removed a polyp it was still having a lot of problems with it just can’t get no appointments from them they just playing about
Sorry to hear that iqbal maybe just keep on at that I must just be one of the lucky ones I mean I can't fault my gps and hospital they've been amazing
Hi Macjayne ,Thank you so much for posting an update, we were wondering how it went and thinking of you.
I'm so sorry to hear about the pain you experienced. OUCH! I'm thankful for the technology of the CT Colonography and CT CAP so that the doctors can get clear images of your colon, even though they were unable to complete the colonoscopy.
I'm a little confused by the statement about the small hemorrhoid and them saying it was caused by moviprep? Are they saying that it was caused during your bowel preparation and repeated wiping the day/night before the procedure?
Glad they were able to take biopsies and that tissues appeared normal.
Do you have appointments set for the CT Colonography and CT CAP yet?
Hope you are able to rest and recover. Sounds like you were a good sport in a VERY painful situation!
~Nicole @ GCCA
Thankyou Nicole.For the hemorrhoid she said it was small and wouldn't be the cause of the bleeding as in what they found in fit test then said it might of been the prep so I'm assuming the moviprep as I've had no visible blood in stool or on wiping. And I'm waiting on appointment and will of course keep yous informed.
If you don’t mind asking me whereabouts are you based what county I’m really struggling with my GPs and hospital
I am from Peterborough for hospitals are got no good reputation here
I am from Peterborough for hospitals are got no good reputation here
Thank you good luck with your progress
Thank you good luck with your progress
The thing is I’ve been waiting since August and I’m still bleeding every day I just can’t believe it no ones contacted me they just letting me suffer
Dear Iqbal1984 ,I'm so sorry to hear about the struggle to get an appointment! Is it possible to contact another GP at the same hospital? Or try to contact the colorectal department directly?
Hospitals typically have a "patient advocate" - either a person or a department that is established to ensure patient needs are being met. Check the hospital website or call them and see if there is such a department?
Hang in there, I do hope your persistence in trying to get checked out will pay off soon. Don't give up! We're here for you.
~Nicole, GCCA Staff Member & Colon Cancer Connected Site Administrator
Just a reminder - this group is here to offer support, share experiences, and offer our thoughts - but this is not medical advice, and you should always consult your medical professional(s). Additionally, for all emergencies, seek urgent medical care, never delay.
I give up
Iqbal1984 , please don't give up. The stress of your physical condition sounds like it has taken a toll on you.
Please contact one of these organizations, I see there's a few that are specifically for Men's Health, they may be able to offer local assistance and help get you to be seen.
nhs.uk/conditions/stress-an...
Additionally, I found this site that has care navigators - I think that's what you need, someone who is trained in the UK to help you get the medical care you need: blackburnwithdarwenccg.nhs....
Rectal bleeding has many causes but always needs to be evaluated by a doctor. If your medical team is not taking your medical issues seriously, this is not a good situation and I'm so sorry for what you are going through.
Please give an update when you can. And if you can contact one of those helplines, I hope they can provide you support to get through this time while trying to get answers to your medical issues.
Thinking of you,
Nicole @ GCCA
Any update on your situation?
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