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Hi I am 52, and suffering from severe bloating and discomfort after eating with diarrhoea like condition. My endoscopy is normal and the doctor says everything is ok. I'm worried however, what should I do?

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jeanjames

Hello Rashda

Have you spoken to anyone at the Penny Brohn Centre? They are very supportive. Give it a try. In the meanwhile be aware your diet..... try not to worry it will cause you stress which in turn will add to your discomfort. Good luck.....keep in touch

Sending love

Jean

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Is the endoscopy the only investigation you've had?

If it is, you might want to press for other investigations, like a CA125 blood test.

Bloating can be a symptom of ovarian cancer, as well as other conditions.

Take a look at the Ovacome web-site for more information.

Good luck!

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sistersukes

I also agree that endoscopy is maybe not enough of an investigation especially if your diet hasn't changed and this is a new or developing symptom. Have you managed to get any further?

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Tina28

Rashda,

I agree with Mac27. See GP for a blood test to check your tumour markers CA125 an indicator for Ovarian cancer. Do not delay as I kept seeing my GP for 7 months with symptoms and then became so ill before the hospital found it was stage 3. Be assertive and keep pushing to see gynaecologist and ask for ct scan.