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wolves74
wolves74

hy i am a 37 yr old male, my problem started in may last year when embarrassingly passed mucus when passin gas and when having a bowell movement, after a week or so these symptoms went away and then a couple of months later I had a prolapsed roid. At Xmas 2011 all the symptoms started again mucus leaking when passing wind and stools and little traces of blood, at this point I went to the docs and he ran tests for ceoliac, and blood tests for paracites and inflammation and a stool sample for occult bleeding and also a finger exam, all these came back negative and the doctor felt there was no need to have a colonoscopy at this time as the only red flag was the blood but symptoms had passed by the time I went back for results. Symptoms have no begun again last week same passing mucus browny colour and what looks like faint traces of blood on tissue. Other considerations are, the last 3 months I've regularly felt a discomfort in upper left abdomen feels like a pulled muscle this is still present now I wouldn't describe this as pain though! I feel that I can tell when the mucus will start as I feel like my colon is filling up with fluid by anus and I do have a little soreness after passing stools, they seem to fly out when the mucus is present. I have suffered a lot of stress in last 9 moths as I was made redundant and my dad was diagnosed with lung cancer in October, I AM petrified I have made an appointment to see doctor again next week but I the mean time I feel so scarred! I feel like I can't go out and I think I'm convinced I've got colon cancer, although I generally feel well and I'm putting on weight... Please can someone help I am utterly desperate and feel so upset... Also I have been taking lansoprazole for last 5 years due to gerd. I would be grateful of any advice as I feel that life isn't worth anything at the moment as I can't see past the cancer risk.. Anyway thanks for reading

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  • Cas82
    Cas82 wolves74

    Posted

    Wow been reading all these comments and realised I'm not alone.

    I have for at least 10 yes suffered with undiagnosed IBS but this last year I'm not sure what's been happening. I've had mucus in most bm and for last 5 months blood. Now well last 2 months more so I can't pass wind ueas I'm on toilet cause that much mucus and blood comes out. Us seepage. But this last day or 2 I have noticed huge blood clots bit like a period but from rear end. Trying g to work and not trump is a mare prob making it worse. I been docs but he didn't say much but has referred me. I have a appointment in Feb but not sure what will happen or what to expect sad

    • michelle34409
      michelle34409 Cas82

      Posted

      Hi the goodd thinget is you have been referred. If anything like me you will probably see a consultant and they will go through all of your symptoms and it's likely they will send you for either a colonoscopy or a sigmoidoscopy to see what's going on .its hard but try not to worry too much

    • mommacrdh
      mommacrdh Cas82

      Posted

      hello, I am curious if you have diagnosis from February? My situation is much like everyones and very similar to yours. I am finally having first appointment on May 30
    • Cas82
      Cas82 mommacrdh

      Posted

      Hi, I go next week but they couldn't see anything on colonoscopy so not sure what they are going to say sad tbh since having the clear out for the camera I've not been to bad certainly no blood or mucus. So will maybe know more next week x

  • sarah87423
    sarah87423 wolves74

    Posted

    Im having the same problem. Had it over xmas, was prescribed omepremozel (cant spell) which made it go away but just returned a few weeks back so went back to docs and they said to keep using suppositorys and laxatives and told me to try not to strain as that will make it worse. It has made it slightly better but still not cured. I get ALOT of blood which is the most worrying part for me but the docs never seem worried..
    • tonie16159
      tonie16159 sarah87423

      Posted

      Sarah I don't know if you are still on this forum .I just figured out how to use it.I hope you have answers. I am having gas that won't pass and rolling stomach especially after eating.Then today I saw blood in stool for the first time.I'm really freaking out as I also have urethral burning and pelvic pressure . I'm afraid they are connected.I've lost 14 pounds since April.I saw my gastro doctor who seemed unconcerned because 2 years ago my scope was good except for colitis.but I never had blood. I work around carcinogens so I'm really afraid of cancer.I don't know when I can get back in to see him. Imscared to death .

  • ElsaGrace
    ElsaGrace wolves74

    Posted

    Hi Everyone,

    Wow I knew I couldn't be alone with these symptoms but what everyone is describing is exactly what I'm going through!

    Blood and mucus with a Bowel Movement (more often than not, INSTEAD of a Bowel Movement). Gurgling in my stomach - mainly after eating. Passing mucus with wind. And most importantly - and this has only started the last couple months - loss of bowel control a couple times. Thankfully in my own home but I literally didn't have time to get from kitchen to bathroom. Dreading this happening in public. I also have low iron levels (not anaemic yet) and am exhausted all the time.

    Had a Sigmoidoscopy a couple years ago which didn't show anything so they dismissed it as ibs but symptoms far worse now than they were then.

    Was finally taken seriously by a diff doctor and am scheduled for a colonoscopy and endoscopy in 2 days to check for Crohn's/ulcerative colitis/coeliac etc. I'm just 27 so for now they're not looking for anything life threatening (Bowel Cancer).

    Will post again if they come to any conclusions incase anyone wants to know what my symptoms have led to.

    E.G.

    • ElsaGrace
      ElsaGrace

      Posted

      I also forgot to add that through the whole day I'm not in any pain - unless I am having a Bowel Movement in which case I get a deep burning pain I can feel through my whole body - it's agony sometimes. But no abdominal pain that would normally be associated with Crohn's and have not had any weight loss. Docs have dismissed the possibility of fissures/internal haemorrhoids etc.

    • tonie16159
      tonie16159 ElsaGrace

      Posted

      Hi Elsa Grace I'm sorry

      you are having this are

      they going to do both

      scans the same day and I

      hope everything is ok

      I can't even get a gastro

      Doctor to do one

      because I had one 2 years

      Ago keep us posted

    • stew23
      stew23 ElsaGrace

      Posted

      Hi there hope you don't mind the message how r u now? I have been having same trouble for one year only now passing lots of mucus with constipation finally going for colonoscopy bit worried of bowel cancer only 32 mind, 

      Just wondering did they do a Calprotectin test on you? Thanks x

    • ElsaGrace
      ElsaGrace stew23

      Posted

      Hi, they did so many tests I can't specifically remember! The main ones were the endoscopy and colonoscopy but they also requested a couple stool samples which showed inflammation.

      The medication I'm on now has been a lifesaver and has made such a difference. I was on steroids for 7 weeks (thankfully no nasty side effects) and took an enema nightly for a fortnight as well as iron tablets and Pentasa tablets - I take 4 of these a day now that I'm off the steroids but they seem to be keeping everything controlled for the most part. I still feel like my body largely depends on the medication as even while on it I'm going to the toilet a minimum of 3 times a day and still feel a bit queasy afterwards. 

      Many of my symptoms were the same as bowel cancer symptoms so I was very relieved when it turned out to be Ulcerative Colitis which can be largely controlled with medication and diet - so long as I stick to all the rules. Hopefully it will be the same case for you.

    • michelle34409
      michelle34409 stew23

      Posted

      Hi stew hope you dont mind me butting in . you sound very much like me . It highly unlikely that you have cancer but always best to get checked . Do you have any pain?
  • ElsaGrace
    ElsaGrace wolves74

    Posted

    UPDATE for the benefit of anyone who has similar symptoms to myself. 

    I've had my endoscopy and colonoscopy today and even just from looking at the screens the surgeon diagnosed me with Ulcerative Colitis. I've got to wait on biopsy results of course but he's already started me on steroid treatment so he clearly knows that it's definitely UC.

    Just wanted to help anyone who stumbles across this forum and had similar symptoms. And urge anyone to get it checked out.

    • tonie16159
      tonie16159 ElsaGrace

      Posted

      Elsa Grace i glad everything is good and you have peice of mind
    • kerryukoz
      kerryukoz ElsaGrace

      Posted

      Hi

      I've found this forum really helpful. So thanks for sharing. I feel a little better knowing there's others in my situation. 

      I have been passing mucus and blood with well formed stools since returning from Bali 3-4 weeks ago.

      Initially there's was no blood but an awful itching and prickliness inside the anus.

      Stool samples ruled out paracites & bacterial infection.

      Had it redone a week later as symptoms persisted. As well as a full blood test.

      Docters reported Inflammation yes, surprise surprise!! No other nasties & bloods normal except slight neutropenia.

      I live in the remote country (3 hours from Perth, Australia) and to just see if it easies or worsens for a while drove me insane. So I drove back to Perth and saw another Doctor. She was very good , took a look ( at last!!) mucus & blood were present on glove and urine test indicated uti. Awesome! Another issue! She printed out referrals and results for the specialist who did my last colonoscopy ( may 2016) nothing unusual to report. 

      I've just been in touch with the receptionist today to see if I can get a consultation. Would you believe he's on holiday till end of week. So I'm waiting ... I asked to see someone else, if he recommends someone..

      Waiting SUCKS. 

      I'm so frustrated as I'm normally healthy, fit, vibrant & busy. This is not a "why me" whinging, I just want to get a diagnosis and it not to get worse while I'm twiddling my fingers. Bleeding has worsened, I'm not sure if was to do with antibiotics I'm on for uti or because I was active last day or so or because I ate wrong foods.

      My mum has U/C so I'm betting on that. 

      I spent most of my life keeping my diet balanced, healthy & myself hydrated and fit! So it leaves me a little deflated to think this is the issue. 

      To think I might have to give up some things in my diet is crushing.

      I literally survive on nuts, seeds, vegetables, raw foods, grains and coffee!!!!!!!!

      Uurrrgggghhhhh! 

      Waiting waiting worrying, will up date. 

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