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A 27-year-old female asked:
Would bowel cancer alter blood tests? abdo pain, rectal bleeding and back ache for 12 mnths. dr won't refer for colonoscopy as i'm 27 + blood test ok
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Dr. Gurmukh Singhanswered
Pathology 51 years experience
See different doctor: Rectal bleeding warrants investigation. It is unlikely that you have colon cancer and colonoscopy is probably not required, however, you still need to be evaluated for the cause of rectal bleeding. It may be hemorrhoids, even that needs to be treated. If your current doctor is providing satisfactory care, it is reasonable to see another doctor.
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