Question

A 46-year-old man presents with a 3-month history of change in bowel habit with looser stools and rectal bleeding. He has lost 5 kg unintentionally. He has no significant past medical history. What is the most appropriate referral?

Accepted Answer

Urgent suspected colorectal cancer referral within 2 weeks

Answer

Routine colorectal clinic appointment

Answer

Gastroenterology outpatient review in 3 months

Answer

Reassure and start fibre supplements

Answer

Refer to haematology

Practice question

A 46-year-old man presents with a 3-month history of change in bowel habit with looser stools and rectal bleeding. He has lost 5 kg unintentionally. He has no significant past medical history. What is the most appropriate referral?