My Oncologist has given me the good news that my recent CT Scan was clear. Now, three years clear of cancer, I dare to dream of the next hurdle being five years. It could of been very different had the bowel cancer not been discovered when it was. On my original diagnosis and subsequent operation a CT scan then, revealed that the cancer had already spread to my lungs which put me into an advanced category.
By getting myself checked out, I seriously extended my life. A change in bowel habit (diahorrea) that lasted for longer than a few weeks was my reason to get checked by my doctor.
I have previously mentioned that Bowel Cancer can and does effect younger persons and have previously included all the symptoms to look out for.
At 60 years, If you live in England, Wales or Northern Island, (50 years if you live in Scotland) other countries have screening from similar ages, BOWEL CANCER SCREENING comes into effect...............................,
If you are registered with a GP and eligible for bowel cancer screening, you will receive a letter and a leaflet explaining the home testing kit prior to receiving the kit itself. These will be sent to where you live. If you receive a kit please please please use it and send it back !! too many people don't.
The home testing kit tests for faecal occult blood (hidden blood in poo). It does not diagnose bowel cancer. This was the test used by my doctor in Australia that finally gave rise to suspicion of bowel cancer in my case.
I have previously mentioned that Bowel Cancer can and does effect younger persons and have previously included all the symptoms to look out for.
At 60 years, If you live in England, Wales or Northern Island, (50 years if you live in Scotland) other countries have screening from similar ages, BOWEL CANCER SCREENING comes into effect...............................,
If you are registered with a GP and eligible for bowel cancer screening, you will receive a letter and a leaflet explaining the home testing kit prior to receiving the kit itself. These will be sent to where you live. If you receive a kit please please please use it and send it back !! too many people don't.
The home testing kit tests for faecal occult blood (hidden blood in poo). It does not diagnose bowel cancer. This was the test used by my doctor in Australia that finally gave rise to suspicion of bowel cancer in my case.
