I was diagnosed with colon cancer in 2025 at the age of 88, and had robotic surgery at my local NHS hospital to remove the tumour. It was of the grade 2 variety
Every two months I have a blood test to see if the cancer may have spread - and todate they show negative
However, I am now getting the same symptoms as prior to the initial diagnosis in mid 2025, its manifesting as wanting to go to the toilet even after passing a motion.
Additionally, I have difficulty in passing a motion due constipation and have to use Peristeen or Suppositories to open the bowels
Prior to the operation in 2025, three polyps were found in the colon, and I was advised to wait 12 months before these to be investigated
However since August 2026 I am still awaiting both a CT scan and a colonoscopy and there is a long waiting list
Is there cause for concern ?
