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Anyone have a positive Cologuard test?

Posted by dazlin @dazlin, Nov 21, 2019

My test results came back positive. I asked what did it show, because they test for 11 different cancers or categories. They said, it just states either negative or positive for cancer. I had problems a few years back and did a colonoscopy, which came back ok. Now this!! I'm reading theres a 13 percent chance of false positive. Right now I'm extremely distraught about having to go through all Consults, tests, and dreaded preps. Orders are in for Consult with gastro, but they're booked out through January or February in Mayo. I have not received any notice for appointment yet. Dont know what to think or do.

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carol32605 | @carol32605 | Apr 23, 2023
In reply to @marcia115 "carol322605----I guess one of the words in it means blood, there was a few words I..." + (show)
@marcia115

carol322605----I guess one of the words in it means blood, there was a few words I did not
no, was going to look them up, but they called me and told me. It did not say blood
but the wording I guess told them.
Marcia 115

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My paper work just said abnormal.
After a colonoscopy found a polyp. Not cancer. Repeat colonoscopy in 6 months because of location of polyp.

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jbr | @jbr | Apr 22, 2023

I had a cologuard done on me which came out negative. Shortly after i visited my primary who said they were unreliable so she ordered a colonoscopy, which showed several polyps ( precursors to cancer). Better to be safe than sorry!

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marcia115 | @marcia115 | Apr 22, 2023

carol322605----I guess one of the words in it means blood, there was a few words I did not
no, was going to look them up, but they called me and told me. It did not say blood
but the wording I guess told them.
Marcia 115

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carol32605 | @carol32605 | Apr 22, 2023
In reply to @marcia115 "dazlin, mine also came back positive-- I am 82 and now mayo says I have to..." + (show)
@marcia115

dazlin, mine also came back positive-- I am 82 and now mayo says I have to
have a colonoscopy, I heard it is very dangerous when your my age, why can't they
just give a CT scan, they would show something. if that shows something then have the
other, I was going to ask my doctor, I am to have it next month.
Does anyone have a feedback on my problem? I just finished radiation for breast cancer,
I have had problems with my bowels for years. but Cologuard saw blood.

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Did Colorguard actually say blood?

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marcia115 | @marcia115 | Apr 21, 2023

dazlin, mine also came back positive-- I am 82 and now mayo says I have to
have a colonoscopy, I heard it is very dangerous when your my age, why can't they
just give a CT scan, they would show something. if that shows something then have the
other, I was going to ask my doctor, I am to have it next month.
Does anyone have a feedback on my problem? I just finished radiation for breast cancer,
I have had problems with my bowels for years. but Cologuard saw blood.

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luftmensh1 | @luftmensh1 | Apr 6, 2023
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@lillylight123

That’s awesome! I hope mine turns out well.

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So do I! Good luck.

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Sam | @sgbisrat | Apr 6, 2023

My cologuard came positive a few months ago & my colonoscopy result just came back adenocarcenoma!

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lillylight123 | @lillylight123 | Apr 5, 2023
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@carolt1551

I can't believe you have to wait so long. I wish you all the luck. Positive thoughts.

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I have another referral to a different GI that can possibly get me in by May. Once the doctor reviews my records I’ll get a call for an appointment. He got them today so hopefully I hear something soon.

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lillylight123 | @lillylight123 | Apr 5, 2023
In reply to @luftmensh1 "I had a positive Cologuard test, had a colonoscopy, and a small, benign-looking polyp was removed...." + (show)
@luftmensh1

I had a positive Cologuard test, had a colonoscopy, and a small, benign-looking polyp was removed. It was negative.

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That’s awesome! I hope mine turns out well.

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luftmensh1 | @luftmensh1 | Apr 5, 2023
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@lillylight123

I’m nervous. Right now my first visit with the GI is in July. I’m trying to get a earlier appointment at other places.
What bothers me most is that ppl dismiss my positive test as though it’s nothing to worry about bc “they aren’t reliable- not very accurate”. From what I have read they are and in your case very much so.
I hope that everything goes well for you. God bless ❤️

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I had a positive Cologuard test, had a colonoscopy, and a small, benign-looking polyp was removed. It was negative.

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