Waiting for tests

Hi there

I got help and advice from you guys last september. I had piles ruled out and was referred for a flexible sigmoidoscsopy  which was NAD and nothing hugely significant in my blood tests. The bleeding stopped for about 6 months, however the bleeding has returned over the past month or so to the point of having to leave work due to heavy blood loss. I find myself having at least 2 bowel movements per day and the blood is darker and one day last week I thought I was going into shock as a result of moving my bowels and the amount of blood was much more than ever. The urge to go the loo is also a new factor and my general bowel movements are much increased and the bleeding seems worse than last time. I am due to have a repeat sigmodoscopy next week Again blood tests show nothing significant. No significant weight loss although I have no appeteite. Are there any other tests etc that I should be requesting from my GP? I'm on the 2 week pathway. You guys were great last time and thats why I'd really appreciate any thoughts etc? 

  • I'm sorry to read that the bleeding and other symptoms have returned pd1001.

    Hopefully some of our members will be along soon to share their thoughts and advice but in the meantime I just wanted to let you know we're thinking of you and wish you well with your repeat sigmoidoscopy next week.

    Kind regards, 

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator