Colon cancer

[Dhaymo]

Hi ,I have had abdominal pain for 12 months which got worse these last few months . So had a fit test ..136. my pop seems normal . Am waiting for colonoscopy. To say I am terrified is an understatement. Can't eat or sleep.does anyone else feel this way

[Zzhtt]

136??? That's high isnt it??

[Nicole_GCCA Partner]

Dear Dhaymo ,

Thank you for posting in Colon Cancer Connected. I'm sorry that the positive fit is causing you anxiety.

It is totally normal to be concerned when a test comes back positive. The best thing you can do is be as prepared as possible for what I'm guessing will be a colonoscopy (unless for some reason they would be doing a virtual colonoscopy, also known as CT colonography), but likely a colonoscopy is the next step.

Having positive FIT results can cause a lot of anxiety, and I would recommend doing your best not to get ahead of being sure you have colorectal cancer. I know this is really difficult to do - and so we recommend that you put your energy into getting the colonoscopy scheduled (if it is not already) and preparing for the colonoscopy. A positive FIT is not a colorectal cancer diagnosis, but we do know that it can cause a great deal of anxiety.

The FIT identified that there was blood in the stool. The positive result could be caused by a stomach ulcer, hemorrhoids, other inflammation. A positive FIT can also be due to a polyp, a pre-cancerous polyp, or colorectal cancer. A positive FIT means you need a colonoscopy to determine the reason for the positive result, but sometimes there are false positives, meaning that the FIT was positive, but there is no cancer.

We're here for you to answer any questions you have about what you can expect in the "prep" process the day/night before a colonoscopy, or any other questions you might have. We're also here if you want to vent.

Please keep us posted on what the specialist says and what the next steps are.

~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.

[alexisrene57]

Any update?