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White cell scan

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jo19531
jo19531

I've had a letter to go for a white cell scan in 2wks time. Hopefully this will determine once and for all whether or not there is any inflammation in my bowel as my consultant is going on just the one stool sample! Has anyone had this done and did it show anything?

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  • stephaney28634
    stephaney28634 jo19531

    Posted

    Yes, I do that but, was in hospitail at the time. May 2008. Good luck to you! Jo.
    • jo19531
      jo19531 stephaney28634

      Posted

      Did it show anything? I'm assuming it's not traumatic as there's no nasty prep involved! smile
  • stephaney28634
    stephaney28634 jo19531

    Posted

    No, I got a scope up my bottom and it showed what was wrong with me.
    • jo19531
      jo19531 stephaney28634

      Posted

      My colonoscopy was clear, but I've always been told my problem is in the small bowel. I guess if this also come back clear I will throw in the towel and resign myself to a diagnosis of IBS sad
  • stephaney28634
    stephaney28634 jo19531

    Posted

    Hi jo, don't give up too easily things will be ok. My mum has I.B.S, there are meds you can take if it us that. Ok
    • jo19531
      jo19531 stephaney28634

      Posted

      Thanks. I've been on IBS meds for 20 years, many different types non of which have solved the problem. I had a diagnosis of IBS but when I was re referred last August they found I had raised calprotectin levels. That's when they said it wasn't IBS. Unfortunately my scopes were clear so I'm still non the wiser! X
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