Colon cancer anxiety

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Since I had my gallbladder removed 15 years ago I have had constant problems with my tummy. Indigestion abdominal pain. 
For the last 4-6 months have been complaining of right sided pain near the ribs. No weight loss but loss of appetite. Bowel movements very erratic.

Went to see the doctor after pain was waking me at night. Am having a cat scan today and a colonoscopy on Friday. Am feeling sick with anxiety.

  • Hi  Only 1 in 10 colonoscopies results in a bowel cancer diagnosis but please don’t fear the worst. Erratic bowel movements can be caused by ibs, colitis, crohns, diverticulitis but the important thing is that you’re getting things investigated and can then go from there?

    Please let us know how you get on?

    Take care

    Karen x

    Macmillan Support Line - 0808 808 00 00, 7 days a week between 8am-8pm