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IBS or worse?

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s98188
s98188

Hi guys, I have been panicking lately because I think I have colon cancer.  I have been gassy for a while now and up until a couple of days ago my bowel movements were regular but sometimes it feels like I am not quite done after I go.  Yesterday I took a stool softener and went a couple times after even though it was in the form of diaherrea. I am 31 and have always been pretty regular. I am freaking out because I have been having some discomfort in my left side which feels muscular (worse in certain positions, running, etc) My calm self says it’s just normal IBS but of course I hear about someone who was diagnosed with colon cancer and I freak out. No blood, no change in appetite, just gassy and feeling constipated even tho I go in one form or the other everyday. No history of it either.  I know it’s probably nerves as I am constant my anxious and get scared at thwbslightest aches and pains. 

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  • pippa58442
    pippa58442 s98188

    Posted

    Might be IBS judging by your symptoms  Though see your doctor for a firm diagnosis and reassurance. Don't worry, it will make you feel worse.

    • s98188
      s98188 pippa58442

      Posted

      Going to  the doctor will make me feel worse? Lol 
    • pippa58442
      pippa58442 s98188

      Posted

      No, I meant worrying will make you feel worse.  However, seeing doctors can also add to anxiety.
    • s98188
      s98188 pippa58442

      Posted

      True, I feel like I have been to the doctor so much this year and all for no reason. 
    • pippa58442
      pippa58442 s98188

      Posted

      I went to doctors for three and a half months before I got diagnosed with IBS. Keep going back to your doctor until you get answers.
    • s98188
      s98188 pippa58442

      Posted

      I’m sure that’s what it is. I will go if it doesn’t get better 
    • pippa58442
      pippa58442 s98188

      Posted

      If you have IBS, it won't go away completely. The best you can hope for is long periods of remission.  Some people do get rid of it, but it doesn't happen like that for everyone.  It is important to get an official diagnosis.

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