Went to the toilet this afternoon and a wee bit of blood in pan and on toilet paper. I had my bowel tumour removed in January and adjuvant chemo in March to June. I did strain a little. (On holiday been eating too much food lol) didn’t manage the toilet yesterday. Not sure if it’s down to that. I’m due back at the hospital next week for my bloods to be checked. I just seem to think the worst all the time
Oh you are allowed to panic after all you have been through .
People are far too hard on themselves on these boards . You have been through a lot but mum my strained so hard she triggered a lot of bleeding further up so please take Gemmary s advice and resolve the need to strain.
Also glad you have an appointment soon and you can get the reassurance you need.
Take care ,
Court
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