fiendclub
06-12-11, 05:23
Hi guys,
I'm new here and would love some advice.
I have a phobia of doctors and medical testing. I am 28 years old.
I have been having a lot of IBS-type problems lately. I have had loose/runny stools daily for years. I just chalked it up to the fact that I drink quite a bit, so never got it checked out. Now, I'm having a lot of mucus D and cramping. The cramps seem to start as a wave-like pain, last a few seconds, then go away. Then, I usually have to use the restroom, where I expel a small amount of stool, and mucus. This usually happens later in the evening. My first BM of the day is always solid-- The D comes after. The cramping also seems to radiate into my hips, thighs, and back.
What does this sound like to you guys? I want to start taking an anti-anxiety drug before I go see a doctor for a lot of invasive testing. I had a teensy bit of blood on the tp a while back, but I am positive that it was because I wiped too much that day.
My grandpa had colon ca in his 80's... I have no other family history of any cancer.
Does this sound like IBS? The cramping is bad at times, and seems to get waaay worse when I am stressed. I should also add that I went through a massive breakup last summer, and my dog passed away right afterwards. That's when the mucus, etc. started.
I am beside myself-- Just seeking advice. Anything would be appreciated.
I'm new here and would love some advice.
I have a phobia of doctors and medical testing. I am 28 years old.
I have been having a lot of IBS-type problems lately. I have had loose/runny stools daily for years. I just chalked it up to the fact that I drink quite a bit, so never got it checked out. Now, I'm having a lot of mucus D and cramping. The cramps seem to start as a wave-like pain, last a few seconds, then go away. Then, I usually have to use the restroom, where I expel a small amount of stool, and mucus. This usually happens later in the evening. My first BM of the day is always solid-- The D comes after. The cramping also seems to radiate into my hips, thighs, and back.
What does this sound like to you guys? I want to start taking an anti-anxiety drug before I go see a doctor for a lot of invasive testing. I had a teensy bit of blood on the tp a while back, but I am positive that it was because I wiped too much that day.
My grandpa had colon ca in his 80's... I have no other family history of any cancer.
Does this sound like IBS? The cramping is bad at times, and seems to get waaay worse when I am stressed. I should also add that I went through a massive breakup last summer, and my dog passed away right afterwards. That's when the mucus, etc. started.
I am beside myself-- Just seeking advice. Anything would be appreciated.