FIT test results

Jan05 2 hours ago

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im new here and scared, stressed and anxious after receiving results from a FIT test. I have a phone appointment in 10 days then a colonoscopy.

I don’t have any symptoms and I’m worried sick…. Anyone out there with any help, advice or reassurance?

thank you

Kareno62 1 hour ago

Hi Jan05 Only 1 in 10 colonoscopies results in a bowel cancer diagnosis and the fit test positive result maybe be caused by ibs, colitis, diverticulitis, crohns. Try not to let your mind run away with you and have a look at this post for some tips on dealing with stress and anxiety

https://www.rbht.nhs.uk/our-services/clinical_support/rehabilitation-and-therapies/psychological-medicine/relaxation-exercises

Take care and please let us know how you get on?

Karen x

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

Jan05 1 hour ago in reply to Kareno62

Hi Karen

thank you replying I appreciate it.

would you say it’s a positive thing that I haven’t had any symptoms or am I just grasping at straws?
thank you x