Uggg...they just shared with me yesterday that they require a fecal test. If it comes back positive, then they will order a colonoscopy. Never had one before...not going to get one now. They sprung this one on me at the last minute, since (I thought!) I have fulfilled all of my pre-requisites.

Yes, I know they are doing it to make sure I am healthy and they want to know what's what, but sorry, I just can't do it. The presence of blood could be due to other factors, and not just cancer or polyps. For women not yet in menopause or for those who have hemorrhoids, you know what I mean.

If I were older, getting a bypass and/or had a family history of colon cancer or polyps, I don't think I could make this argument. But hell, I'm not, so I am. I've jumped through every hoop they've asked me to. I'm drawing the line here - (insert Trek reference here.."the line must be drawn here..this far and no farther!..").

Anyways, emotional, non-rational rant over.

Edited July 17, 201412 yr by HaddocksEyes

For what it's worth... If you have symptoms that have prompted a referral for a colonoscopy I really hope you find a way to overcome your fears and have it done.

Last year, my 27 year old husband with no family history of bowel cancer was diagnosed Stage 3 after being misdiagnosed as gluten intolerant 2 years prior. We had moved to a new city and we thought the pain he was feeling was just a stomach ulcer. Thank goodness our new GP had enough sense to investigate this, Lord knows I would not have my beautiful man today had he not. After having two thirds of his bowel removed and six long months of chemo, he is now in remission.

If I've learned anything from this... Nothing a doctor could do to you will hurt more than the pain the people you love will feel if you are not around because you didn't take care of your health! This is why I have decided to get sleeved... I want to grow old with my husband.

All the best for your surgery. I hope it all goes well

Your profile pic is hilarious!!! Thank you for the kind words and even though I don't know you, I am so happy for you that he is in remission.

For everyone that asked, I do not have any symptoms at all - no issues whatsoever other than occasional heartburn-I've pretty much got a "cast iron" digestive system. Colon cancer (or any cancer for that matter) is almost non-existant on both sides of the family. Still, I know I can get cancer anyway - might be the first one, who knows?

However, I think overall this has been a good thing because my freak out over this has pointed to a deeper issue that I must resolve because I will eventually need to submit to the test as a regular part of my physical check up sooner rather than later.

thanks! I crocheted myself that beard when I went to see a band called The Beards a few weeks ago... They always make me smile... So if you are ever sad check them out on YouTube! Their song "If your dad doesn't have a beard, you've got two mums" is my personal favourite!

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For what it's worth... If you have symptoms that have prompted a referral for a colonoscopy I really hope you find a way to overcome your fears and have it done.

Last year, my 27 year old husband with no family history of bowel cancer was diagnosed Stage 3 after being misdiagnosed as gluten intolerant 2 years prior. We had moved to a new city and we thought the pain he was feeling was just a stomach ulcer. Thank goodness our new GP had enough sense to investigate this, Lord knows I would not have my beautiful man today had he not. After having two thirds of his bowel removed and six long months of chemo, he is now in remission.

If I've learned anything from this... Nothing a doctor could do to you will hurt more than the pain the people you love will feel if you are not around because you didn't take care of your health! This is why I have decided to get sleeved... I want to grow old with my husband.

All the best for your surgery. I hope it all goes well

Your profile pic is hilarious!!! Thank you for the kind words and even though I don't know you, I am so happy for you that he is in remission.

For everyone that asked, I do not have any symptoms at all - no issues whatsoever other than occasional heartburn-I've pretty much got a "cast iron" digestive system. Colon cancer (or any cancer for that matter) is almost non-existant on both sides of the family. Still, I know I can get cancer anyway - might be the first one, who knows?

However, I think overall this has been a good thing because my freak out over this has pointed to a deeper issue that I must resolve because I will eventually need to submit to the test as a regular part of my physical check up sooner rather than later

For what it's worth... If you have symptoms that have prompted a referral for a colonoscopy I really hope you find a way to overcome your fears and have it done.

Last year, my 27 year old husband with no family history of bowel cancer was diagnosed Stage 3 after being misdiagnosed as gluten intolerant 2 years prior. We had moved to a new city and we thought the pain he was feeling was just a stomach ulcer. Thank goodness our new GP had enough sense to investigate this, Lord knows I would not have my beautiful man today had he not. After having two thirds of his bowel removed and six long months of chemo, he is now in remission.

If I've learned anything from this... Nothing a doctor could do to you will hurt more than the pain the people you love will feel if you are not around because you didn't take care of your health! This is why I have decided to get sleeved... I want to grow old with my husband.

All the best for your surgery. I hope it all goes well

Your profile pic is hilarious!!! Thank you for the kind words and even though I don't know you, I am so happy for you that he is in remission.

For everyone that asked, I do not have any symptoms at all - no issues whatsoever other than occasional heartburn-I've pretty much got a "cast iron" digestive system. Colon cancer (or any cancer for that matter) is almost non-existant on both sides of the family. Still, I know I can get cancer anyway - might be the first one, who knows?

However, I think overall this has been a good thing because my freak out over this has pointed to a deeper issue that I must resolve because I will eventually need to submit to the test as a regular part of my physical check up sooner rather than later.

thanks! I crocheted myself that beard when I went to see a band called The Beards a few weeks ago... They always make me smile... So if you are ever sad check them out on YouTube! Their song "If your dad doesn't have a beard, you've got two mums" is my personal favourite!