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I’ve recently had one done to rule out bowel issues after months of symptoms including intense bowel pain, blood in stool, and really severe periods. My gastro doctor actually mentioned that some of my symptoms could potentially be endometriosis-related.

For context, I have PCOS and a family history of endometriosis. I also had the CT colonography the day before a horrendous period started. I’ve had a pelvic MRI before which didn’t show deep infiltrating endometriosis, but I still don’t feel like it’s completely ruled out based on my symptoms.

Just wondering if anyone has ever had endo show up incidentally on a CT colonography/CT scan, especially bowel endometriosis?

I’ve recently had one done to rule out bowel issues after months of symptoms including intense bowel pain, blood in stool, and really severe periods. My gastro doctor actually mentioned that some of my symptoms could potentially be endometriosis-related.

For context, I have PCOS and a family history of endometriosis. I also had the CT colonography the day before a horrendous period started. I’ve had a pelvic MRI before which didn’t show deep infiltrating endometriosis, but I still don’t feel like it’s completely ruled out based on my symptoms.

Just wondering if anyone has ever had endo show up incidentally on a CT colonography/CT scan, especially bowel endometriosis?

I’ve been told to take 5 Senna tablets (7.5mg each) as part of bowel prep for a CT colonoscopy, and I’m honestly really anxious about it.

I know it’s a standard dose for prep, but I’ve never taken anything like this before and I’m worried about how intense it’s going to be. I took Plenvu for colonoscopy prep before and was so sick.

I’ve read mixed things online, some people say it’s just cramping, others mention nausea/vomiting, which is what I’m most scared of.

If you’ve taken Senna in a similar dose (especially for scan prep), I’d really appreciate your honest experience!!

Hi, looking for advice on early / mutual surrender.
We’re in a fixed-term tenancy in England with no break clause.

Our landlord served a Section 21 just before 1 May 2026, so we’re still under the old rules and can’t give 2 months’ notice, we’re effectively tied in unless they agree to end it early.

We’ve had issues with them before. During part of the tenancy the property was unlicensed, and when this came up they tried to get us to agree to a mutual surrender on the condition we wouldn’t pursue an RRO. We didn’t agree.
They’ve also been difficult with repairs and generally try to shift responsibility onto us.

We’d like to leave early but are concerned they’ll either refuse or try to attach conditions again.

What’s the best way to approach a mutual surrender here?

Can they require us to waive rights (e.g. no RRO) as a condition?

If they refuse, what are our options?

Hi, looking for advice on early / mutual surrender.
We’re in a fixed-term tenancy in England with no break clause.

Our landlord served a Section 21 just before 1 May 2026, so we’re still under the old rules and can’t give 2 months’ notice, we’re effectively tied in unless they agree to end it early.

We’ve had issues with them before. During part of the tenancy the property was unlicensed, and when this came up they tried to get us to agree to a mutual surrender on the condition we wouldn’t pursue an RRO. We didn’t agree.
They’ve also been difficult with repairs and generally try to shift responsibility onto us.

We’d like to leave early but are concerned they’ll either refuse or try to attach conditions again.

What’s the best way to approach a mutual surrender here?

Can they require us to waive rights (e.g. no RRO) as a condition, and if they refuse, what are our options?

Hi, looking for advice on early / mutual surrender.
We’re in a fixed-term tenancy in England with no break clause.

Our landlord served a Section 21 just before 1 May 2026 for us to leave at the end of our tenancy (October), so we’re still under the old rules and can’t give 2 months’ notice, we’re effectively tied in unless they agree to end it early.

We’ve had issues with them before. During part of the tenancy the property was unlicensed, and when this came up they tried to get us to agree to a mutual surrender on the condition we wouldn’t pursue an RRO. We didn’t agree.
They’ve also been difficult with repairs and generally try to shift responsibility onto us.

We’d like to leave early but are concerned they’ll either refuse or try to attach conditions again.

What’s the best way to approach a mutual surrender here?

Can they require us to waive rights (e.g. no RRO) as a condition, and if they refuse, what are our options?

I’m in the UK and recently had a failed colonoscopy, so they’ve now referred me for a CT colonography (virtual colonoscopy) with contrast.

I’ve already rescheduled it once because I’m so anxious, but I know I need to go through with it as it’s basically the last step to rule out anything serious (they mentioned things like bowel cancer, so I know I can’t avoid it).

The prep is what’s really scaring me. I’ve been told I need to drink Omnipaque the day before and take 5 Senna tablets, and I’m honestly petrified. I have a really bad fear of being sick (emetophobia), and also a huge fear of allergic reactions.

What’s making it worse is I’ve googled (I know I shouldn’t have) and seen things like heart attack or stroke mentioned as possible reactions to contrast, which has completely freaked me out.

I have had contrast before during a brain scan (I think CT or MRI, can’t remember exactly), and I was fine, but my brain is still convincing me something bad is going to happen this time.

If anyone here has had a CT colonography (or similar), could you please be honest about your experience?

How was the prep (Omnipaque + Senna)? Did you feel sick at all?

I’m honestly beyond scared at this point but I know I need to do it. Any reassurance or even just honest experiences would really help 🥺

I’m in the UK and recently had a failed colonoscopy, so they’ve now referred me for a CT colonography (virtual colonoscopy) with contrast.

I’ve already rescheduled it once because I’m so anxious, but I know I need to go through with it as it’s basically the last step to rule out anything serious (they mentioned things like bowel cancer, so I know I can’t avoid it).

The prep is what’s really scaring me. I’ve been told I need to drink Omnipaque the day before and take 5 Senna tablets, and I’m honestly petrified. I have a really bad fear of being sick (emetophobia), and also a huge fear of allergic reactions.

What’s making it worse is I’ve googled (I know I shouldn’t have) and seen things like heart attack or stroke mentioned as possible reactions to contrast, which has completely freaked me out.

I have had contrast before during a brain scan (I think CT or MRI, can’t remember exactly), and I was fine, but my brain is still convincing me something bad is going to happen this time.

If anyone here has had a CT colonography in the UK (or similar), could you please be honest about your experience?

How was the prep (Omnipaque + Senna)? Did you feel sick at all?

I’m honestly beyond scared at this point but I know I need to do it. Any reassurance or even just honest experiences would really help. I even asked if they could switch my prep and they said no🥺

Thank you!!

Hi please help, I'm honestly getting a total mix of answers on this and would really appreciate some clear legal input.

I’m in a fixed-term AST in England (Oct 2025 – Oct 2026). My landlord served a Section 21 (Form 6A) on 28 April 2026, just before the Renters’ Rights changes on 1 May.

We want to leave early due to ongoing issues and not feeling comfortable staying.

Here’s where I’m confused:

- Citizens Advice told me that because a valid Section 21 was served before 1 May, the tenancy doesn’t become periodic yet and we may be tied into the fixed term unless we agree a surrender.

- BUT I’ve spoken to two solicitors who said we can still serve our own notice after 1 May (2 months, aligned with rent period) and leave earlier regardless of the Section 21.

So which is actually correct?

Can we still serve valid notice and leave (e.g. July), or does the Section 21 effectively keep us locked into the fixed term until October or July?

Any proper legal explanation would be really appreciated because I’m getting completely conflicting advice.

Thanks!

Hi, would really appreciate some advice as this timing feels very deliberate.

I’m in a fixed-term AST due to end October 2026, but my private landlords have been a nightmare (ongoing maintenance issues, trying to blame us for things that were already faulty, etc.).

They’ve just served a Section 21 (Form 6A) today, right before the Renters’ Rights changes on 1 May, asking for possession at the end of our fixed term in October 2026. It feels like they’re trying to lock us into the full term, but we want to leave earlier.

From the info sheet, it sounds like fixed terms are abolished from 1 May and tenancies become rolling, with tenants able to give 2 months’ notice ending on a rent date.

My question is:

Does their Section 21 “lock in” the old rules for our tenancy?

Or can we still give notice after 1 May and leave earlier (e.g. July)?

Just trying to work out if we’re stuck until October or not thanks!

Hi, would really appreciate some advice as this timing feels very deliberate.

I’m in a fixed-term AST due to end October 2026 in England, but my private landlords have been a nightmare (ongoing maintenance issues, trying to blame us for things that were already faulty, etc.).

They’ve just served a Section 21 (Form 6A) today, right before the Renters’ Rights changes on 1 May, asking for possession at the end of our fixed term in October 2026. It feels like they’re trying to lock us into the full term, but we want to leave earlier.

From the info sheet, it sounds like fixed terms are abolished from 1 May and tenancies become rolling, with tenants able to give 2 months’ notice ending on a rent date.

UPDATE: We spoke to Citizens advice and they have told us we are unable to override their section 21. Is this true?

My question is:

Does their Section 21 “lock in” the old rules for our tenancy?

Or can we still give notice after 1 May and leave earlier (e.g. July)?

Just trying to work out if we’re stuck until October or not thanks!

Hi, would really appreciate some advice as this timing feels very deliberate.

I’m in a fixed-term AST due to end October 2026, but my private landlords have been a nightmare (ongoing maintenance issues, trying to blame us for things that were already faulty, etc.).

They’ve just served a Section 21 (Form 6A) today, right before the Renters’ Rights changes on 1 May, asking for possession at the end of our fixed term in October 2026. It feels like they’re trying to lock us into the full term, but we want to leave earlier.

From the info sheet, it sounds like fixed terms are abolished from 1 May and tenancies become rolling, with tenants able to give 2 months’ notice ending on a rent date.

My question is:

Does their Section 21 “lock in” the old rules for our tenancy?

Or can we still give notice after 1 May and leave earlier (e.g. July)?

Just trying to work out if we’re stuck until October or not thanks!

I recently reached out to a fast food brand about creating some organic-style content for their social channels, and they were interested.

For context, their main page has around 560k followers and their UK page has about 50k. I’m a food creator with 500k+ on TikTok and close to 1M combined across platforms.

I’ve done brand deals before (e.g. recently worked with a large chocolate brand on one UGC video and was paid £1,600 no usage), but I’ve never properly priced UGC for a brand’s own channels.

I’m not sure what’s standard here or what’s reasonable to charge. I don’t want to undersell myself, but also don’t want to overprice and lose the opportunity. Would really appreciate any advice!

I recently reached out to a fast food brand about creating some organic-style content for their social channels, and they were interested.

For context, their main page has around 560k followers and their UK page has about 50k. I’m a food creator with 500k+ on TikTok and close to 1M combined across platforms.

I’ve done brand deals before (e.g. recently worked with a large chocolate brand on one UGC video and was paid £1,600 no usage), but I’ve never properly priced UGC for a brand’s own channels.

I’m not sure what’s standard here or what’s reasonable to charge. I don’t want to undersell myself, but also don’t want to overprice and lose the opportunity. Would really appreciate any advice!