1. Community
  2. Cancer
  3. Bowel Cancer

Scared of Colon Cancer

Posted , 4 users are following.

zee91472
zee91472

I am terrified I have colon cancer and its literally taking over my life. I am a 23 year old male and for the past 6 months I have noticed some blood in my stool. I have mentioned this to my Gp and he doesnt believe its anything to be concerned about. Fast track to now for the past month or so I have been experiencing very bad cramping pains and constipation. I have went to my GI doctor and she believes it may just be a buildup in my colon and had prescribed me something to take. Im not sure if its a side effect of the medication but I have been having weird stool colors such as white and green. The cramps and pains have also not gone away and im experiencing some night sweats now. (Not sure if thats just my anxiety kickin in) I have always been known for stomach issues so I also want to add that I had a colonoscopy done last year and everything came out perfectly clear. So I'm not sure if that should be a sign that I shouldnt be worrying about cancerbut I cant think of anything else it could be in my head ! I have a follow up with my Gi doctor at the end of this month but my anxiety is just off the roof.

0 likes, 3 replies

3 Replies

  • GhostMan240
    GhostMan240 zee91472

    Posted

    You should go get a colonoscopy. I had blood in mine (21 male) and I went to my gp. She recommended me for a colonoscopy and they found a cancerous polyp. I would have gotten cancer if it hadn't have been removed. Now everytime I go to the doctor they tell me how lucky I was to find that.

    • zee91472
      zee91472 GhostMan240

      Posted

      i did get a colonoscopy last year and it came back clear. Thats why I'm a little confused

  • TheToad
    TheToad zee91472

    Posted

    You've had a colonoscopy a few months ago and it was all clear? I'm not a medical person but I think cancer takes longer than that to develop. Maybe ask to see a colorectal specialist to get an expert opinion. Yes, I certainly sympathise about your anxiety. I reached my 5 year mark last November and was told I am disease free - the relief was almost overwhelming. I'm sure you'll get it sorted quite soon. All the best.

Back to top

Report or request deletion

Thanks for your help!

We want the community to be a useful resource for our users but it is important to remember that the community are not moderated or reviewed by doctors and so you should not rely on opinions or advice given by other users in respect of any healthcare matters. Always speak to your doctor before acting and in cases of emergency seek appropriate medical assistance immediately. Use of the community is subject to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and steps will be taken to remove posts identified as being in breach of those terms.