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What's your colorectal cancer screening story?

Colorectal Cancer | Last Active: Nov 6, 2022 | Replies (17)

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@mouselife

I was having constapation issues. Didn't think much of it. I'm 46yrs old and no history of colon cancer (so I thought). Went in for a colonoscopy and the very next day the doctor called and said I had a large bloody mass that was cancer. That was a little over three weeks ago. Since then I have had appointments everyday for tests, doctor appointments and two surgeries. I start chemo and radiation next week. Terrified doesn't even describe how I feel.

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Hi @mouselife , welcome to Connect.
I wish the circumstances that brought you to the community we're different, but I'm happy that you found us. I invite you to join others living with colorectal cancer in this discussion thread:

* Living with colorectal cancer - Meet others & come say hi https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/living-with-colorectal-cancer-meet-others-come-say-hi/

Tell us more about your diagnosis and the treatments you'll be getting. We're hear to listen and share information about what you might expect.