So following a few bouts of diarrhoea (several months apart) I decided to check with my GP.I am 62, with no other health issues that I am aware of. Almost without question stool samples and various extensive blood tests were ordered. Calprotectin was higher than normal and FIT test was positive. Only other noticeable symptom was an extremely noisy stomach, liquid and sloshy. Referred on the 2ww pathway and colonoscopy was booked. Colonoscopy appointment was Wednesday 5 June - all targets hit pretty promptly. However, having opted for sedation I was extremely disappointed when the procedure was abandoned. The notes refer to “difficulties encountered. Unresolved sigmoid loop” I was also unresponsive at one point during the sedation process (quite scared to read this after). So, results state that although the scope wasn’t pushed too far, no evidence of cancer to this point. I have been referred for Virtual CT colonoscopy and the appointment came through for next week (another prompt appointment). Just have to go through the prep again plus contrast dye this time. Not quite as daunting, but I won’t get any results on the day (I believe) unlike after colonoscopy. The waiting game is a tough one, but I am reassured by the experiences I have read here. Onwards …
