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anniepants1954
21-12-15, 13:59
I'm 61 years old. Going through a massive panic attack. A few months ago, I went off my anti-depressants and my bowel habits began to change. Over the last few weeks, I've noticed my stool is coming out ribbon-like - some are normal sized stools are flattened. Other times it comes out in thin ribbons. Colour/consistency seems normal. Had a colonoscopy in 2009 and other than a couple of polyps, all was good at that time. My mother, at my age, had a beniign tumour in her colon but because of its location, she had to have a colostomy. Now I'm worried sick and I can't seem to turn it off in my head that this could be cancer. I've got a doctor's appointment tomorrow and it can't come soon enough. Unfortunately, in Canada, it could be months before I see a specialist. Any feedback would be so appreciated.

Fallenangel76
23-12-15, 08:45
Did you get an answer as I too have this but to scared to go to doctors as there is bowel cancer in the family

Masonn
23-12-15, 09:27
Considering it happened when you went off your anti depressants its safe to assume that they're the cause? Either way, get another colonscopy for reassurance. If you explain to your doctor your anxiety and what not about the situation maybe you'll be able to see a specialist sooner. Good luck!