Possibly Colon or Stomach Cancer?
So not too long ago I started having abdominal pains. It hasn't been too bad and it has been rather on and off for a couple of days - most recently it's hardly shown up if at all. In between the duration of when it started I noticed what I thought to be bright red blood on the very end of one stool - which also happens to be the only appearance of the possible blood that I have noticed. I think it looks more narrow but unfortunately I'm not sure considering I don't usually look to make the comparison. I have no history of either cancer in my family. I'm usually very tired and somewhat un-energetic but unfortunately it's hard to use that as a symptom because I only get 4-5 hours of sleep and have a poor diet and sometimes don't have lunch. I have always been underweight and somewhat pale I suppose. Last time I was at the doctor I was told I have a lot of anxiety and need to stop worrying so much. Do you think it's the same case this time around or does colon cancer seem fairly likely? Though I'm well aware that diseases don't pick ages to affect you, I'm 18. Regarding as to any other symptoms relating to stools etc. I'm not sure, It has cycled through types 3-6 on the Bristol Stool Chart - I did my research! :) I remember change in bowel habits being mentioned but I'm not sure if it was a single change or constantly changing or if it even makes a difference. Though with that being said, from what I recall, it was fine until I noticed the possible blood and started with the "impending doom" feeling. I'm not saying that to rule out anything - but I don't know if that had an effect. Thanks for the responses! I intend on getting checked out by a doctor anyway - whether it's with the intention of seeing if I have a disease or just to ease my mind.
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It is hard to say. Are you having any other symptoms like diarrhea? The doctor can check your stool for blood. You would need to have a rectal exam to check it. Bloody stool usually warrants a colonoscopy. Anxiety can cause stomach problems like pain and diarrhea.
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See your doctor for a diagnosis. It is unlikely to be colon cancer.
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Stress can turn your stomach upside down and inside out. The little bit of red blood could possibly from a hemorrhoid. See your doctor again and ask him to check if there is blood in your stool. Also you could ask for a sigmoidoscopy or a colonoscopy. (Basically the same except the colonoscopy goes further) Neither of these tests have i founfd to be uncomfortable. You receive a relaxant. Ask your doc to do some bloodwork. Maybe you are anemic. Ask for a full CBC. Meanwhile get a good book on techniques for coping with stress. doubtful anything serious. Diet and stress!!!!!!!!
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If there was no such thing as stress, 1/3 of our doctors would have to find another job. it is unlikely this is cancer, but you should listen to the dr and see what happens. I'll bet you feel better. Worry about cancer? No. Be concerned about cancer? Yes! Early detction is the best treatment there is. Good luck.
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I was diagnosed with colon cancer stage 4 @ the age of 40 yrs old. Symptoms that occurred which I had no idea that they would find a tumor in the colon. Low abdominal pain, constipation, I did have a appetite but no weight gain. It lasted for about 1 yr before the pain got so severe & asked my husband to take me to the ER. It took 3 ER visits before they acutually find out what was wrong. No X-ray, MRI would indicate that there was a tumor. I felt good other than those symptoms. No family hx of colon cancer, only breast cancer. My suggestions, make an appointment to have a colonoscopy done before its too late. I am still struggling w/cancer. It did return after 1 1/2 yr after my surgery and treatment. This time it returned in my lung which was caught early and went through radiation. Get check dont hold off too long, better safe than sorry.
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since you have decided to go to the doctor, i am going to give you a little positive feed back..it is probably a hemmoroid causing the blood and the anxiety causing the cramps..I think you will be fine
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You look 100% healthy. Things that happens to you is happening to everyone. Just relax and visit some homeopathic doctor for advice please.
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