Personal question, potentially TMI

[kelownagirl]

There's no rush to a colonoscopy, I guess...the doctor can give you an at-home test to test for blood in the stool after you haven't had a good long run.

My grandmother died of colon cancer. My FIL is a survivor of it. They were both smokers, so I discount that experience in mine and my husband's personal history. My doctor said not to get a colonoscopy until I'm 50, but dh has digestive issues (GERD) and he had his first scope at 35.

Karen

Well this morning I was just remembering that in the past 6 months I've had a couple bouts of heavy periods that my doctor chalked up to age-related body changes. She did tell me to come back in again if I had any new symptoms. I'll call her today.

I have an appt for Thursday pm.