FIT (Faecal Immunochemical Test) is a test that looks for blood in a sample of your poo. It looks for tiny traces of blood that you might not be able to see, and which could be a sign of cancer.
The five red-flag symptoms of bowel cancer include: Bleeding from the back passage, or blood in your poo A change in your normal toilet habits - going more frequently for example Pain or a lump in ...
The NHS says you should see your doctor if the issue persists for more than three weeks, regardless of what the blood looks like. You should also visit your GP if your poo has been softer or thinner ...
A healthy poo is a natural mid-brown. The colour comes from bilirubin, a pigment that’s generated by the breakdown of old blood cells that are being transported out of your body. Any other ...