🎗️ Bowel cancer’s sneakiness might just surprise you! Laura, a brave stage 3 bowel cancer survivor, took to TikTok with an important health message. Blood in your stool may be the best-known symptom, but Laura never had it. Instead, her cancer showed through low iron levels, discovered when she went to donate blood.
🌟 Her story is a wake-up call: bowel cancer symptoms can be elusive, with or without obvious signs. Laura passionately advises everyone: “Always get checked by a doctor. You can’t assume blood is nothing if you see it.”
She shared: “I was only 38. You’re never too young.” Regular GP check-ups are crucial since symptoms can be subtle or mimic other health issues.
🚨 Fellow survivors chimed in, sharing their own experiences. One thought it was appendicitis, only to discover a tumour. Another never suspected anything with a long-term bloated tummy until stage 3 hit hard. The message is clear: don’t ignore persistent changes in your body.
🤔 The NHS suggests watching for these warning signs:
– Changes in your poo (softer, constipation, or diarrhoea)
– Needing to poo more or less often
– Blood in your poo
– Frequent tummy pain or bloating
– Losing weight without trying
– Extreme tiredness or breathlessness
⏰ If symptoms persist for over three weeks, don’t hesitate. See a GP and talk openly about what’s happening.
🚨 For severe symptoms like nonstop bleeding, seek immediate medical attention. You’re not alone in this, and early detection can save lives. Remember, your health can’t wait. đź’™ #BowelCancerAwareness #HealthFirst #CheckYourself