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April is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month in the UK
Know the symptoms of bowel cancer. Don’t doubt yourself. Don’t let poo be a taboo. Check your parents, too. Consult your GP/PCP.
There are bowel cancer screening programs, but don’t wait to get called to get checked if you have nagging symptoms. Track symptoms, report them to your doctor. We need to advocate for ourselves.
OR pay for a private test
The Faecal Immunochemical Test (FIT) test is usually the first step. It’s a home-based screening kit that detects hidden blood in stool, which can indicate early bowel cancer or polyps. I received it by mail, followed the instructions and sent the test kit back. Easy, quick and simple. If positive, you’ll need to inform your GP for the next steps.
Find more information at Bowel Cancer UK bowelcanceruk.org.uk
Colorectal Cancer Alliance US
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