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Cologuard test positive: I'm terrified

Colorectal Cancer | Last Active: Mar 23 5:28pm | Replies (28)

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I know that with these tests that false and positive results are common, this can occur because if there’s even a slight amount of blood in the specimen it can cause this result. On a more positive note you have an appointment to see the doctor and follow up with further testing, also, getting a negative result can be more risky because there’s people who used this test and they had a negative result so they believe it’s all good only to find out later that it was incorrect. When you see the doctor they will most likely order a colonoscopy to further determine whether it is a positive result or not.
If know that colonoscopies are unpleasant, I recently had it done too but it’s the best way to get the right results and they can remove the polyps right away, I hope that helps you a little more, best wishes.

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@frouke my doc doesn’t recommend cologuard test….too many false results and people often are referred for a colonoscopy anyhow—-the docs can remove polyps and evaluate the colon thoroughly— that can be life-saving.