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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Did insurance pay? I am a bit of a hypochondriac. But I’ve had irregular BM’s for a long time, sometimes normal, sometimes bouts of constipation, occasionally diarrhea but not often. Every time I get constipated and don’t feel like it’s “complete” I become worried that I have cancer. I don’t have any blood or abdominal cramping, but lately my stools have been thinner in diameter than unusual. Tell me I’m crazy and silly. (42yo F)[/quote] Get a referral to a gastroenterologist. Specifically mention irregular BMs and recent change to thinner stools. (Would really help here if you have some recollection of polys or colorectal cancer in your family). Doc should order a colonoscopy. But remember, you probably do not have cancer. While most colon cancers start out as a benign polyp, most polys do not turn to cancer. So advocate for yourself to get a colonoscopy but also don’t stress over cancer. All odds are in your favor. Good health. [/quote]
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