Hi Coz, I know how you feel. My husband was diagnosed 15 May and cancer had already spread to liver and duodenum with no warning. We are shocked and no treatment available except stent in bile ducts which has already had infection. We are told we have a few months. We would love to travel to Uluru but husband afraid he will not make it there or back although docs say go and do things while you can. I too dread being alone. Family and friends all busy lives and committed relationships.  ... View more

Polyps are generally removed during colonoscopy etc....... Your GP should have access to your records and prognosis and are usually approachable. Take your girlfriend or a family member with you when you next visit your specialist or GP. When dealing with any serious condition it is good to have at least one other person with you to help you understand things and ask questions you may forget while trying to process the information you are being given.  You can also get a second opinion. ... View more