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Thin Stools, Blood, Abdominal Cramps

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Josh2020
Josh2020

Hello Everyone. This post is more for those who are concerned (read: freaking out) about bowel cancer. I am one of them. I have hypochondria to the nth degree. Here is my story. For the past year I have been having spots of blood on the TP and thin flat stools. About 2 months ago, I started having really bad abdominal pain and cramps. The stools were getting worse. Very thin and small. About 3 weeks ago I passed a large amount of blood. I started freaking out. I went to the clinic and they said colitis, diverticulitis, or cancer. They recommended me for a colonoscopy. Of course - I did what all of you probably do - google. I was convinced I had cancer. I'm 36 and they found a polyp when I was 31 - so totally convinced cancer. i had my colonoscopy today... they found nothing. Not even a polyp. I'm sure I have IBS and many of my symptoms can be contributed to diet. My point of this post is to help relieve some of your concerns. I'm not saying it impossible you have colorectal cancer, but it is very unlikely. According to google, I had all the symptoms and I was doomed for sure. I know it's easier said than done, trust me as a hypochondriac I know, but try to relax. Google is the worst thing you can do. I promise. Stay positive, get your colonoscopy, and eat right. I hope this helps someone 😃

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  • NC10
    NC10 Josh2020

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    Well said, Josh. This will assuredly help people.

  • tessygirl
    tessygirl Josh2020

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    hey Josh so glad to hear the good news. i bet now you start to relax your bowel issues will ease. you are right googling symptoms is the absolute worse thing you can do

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