I went to the Dr. and ended up with Zelnorm and 3 medications for a severe sinus infection. I'm always fighting upper respiratory stuff. Anyway, I told the Dr. that I'm still experiencing C, after having D everyday of my life for 3 or 4 years. I reminded her that I've never been tested for anything, and was just always told that my symptoms were classic IBS, and sent on my way. (I didn't even know that testing is needed until I saw this site this month! Can you believe that? I thought the Drs. knew what they were talking about!) Anyway, this is only the second time I've seen this Dr., but she is taking me seriously and really wants to help. I didn't even have to repeat it; SHE GETS IT! She said that I need a colonoscopy to rule out cancer because I've had a sudden change in bowel movements, and I'm 49. (You can imagine my fear when she said that!) Yikes, that's not what I wanted to hear. Well, I'm waiting to be approved for insurance (crossing fingers), and she said they won't do it until I'm insured. So, I finally have a Dr. who understands and believes me and takes intestinal things SERIOUSLY; but I can't have the test that I've probably needed for years! Has anyone else out there ever heard that cancer word in connection with their symptoms? I'm usually a hypochondriac worrier anyway and I wasn't even thinking of that at all! She said she doesn't believe I'm in immediate danger (I asked her!)
But, what else was she going to say? I'm in my computer room trying to build my hope and outlook back up and crying quietly in the midst of it all. My husband is disabled and not very strong inside or out; and he can't stand it when I have a cold; let alone hearing that dreaded big C word! So, that's why I'm trying to keep it just between you and me! Any words of advice or support would be greatly appreciated! I sometimes lose my footing in life at times like this; and I really want to stay positive and focused.
Thanks, everyone, for listening.
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