Blood in stool can indicate colon cancer, with symptoms sometimes appearing in young individuals. After experiencing recurring symptoms and considering family history, a decision to undergo a colonoscopy was made despite initial reservations about the procedure. Stool tests were evaluated but deemed less effective, as they do not detect precancerous conditions. A GI specialist suggested a colonoscopy for comprehensive screening, confirming the importance of thorough evaluation over minimal testing in identifying potential health issues like colon cancer or polyps.
In the end, I got a colonoscopy and am so glad I did - even if I'm still navigating the financial side of it.
Stool tests aren't considered the gold standard of colon cancer screenings because they can only detect cancer.
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