Really worried about stomach cancer

Hi everyone,

I am a 41 year old female and have serious worries about stomach cancer. I ah e health anxiety which is further fuelling my worries.

I have had gastro issues in and off for the last 10 years. Episodes of gastritis, hiatal hernia, bloating. Have taken PPIs on and off for years, but developed an intolerance and can no longer take them. Currently on Famotidine.

for the last 3 weeks I ah e had the following:

acid reflux/acid brash/sour taste

upper left quadrant pain near ribs

burning centre on stomach near breastbone.

symptoms worse 2 hours after eatinng

 nausea

bloating/pressure in tummy 

meds aren’t working.

very windy burping and pumping a lot

I have tried to get in touch with GP, had a telephone appointment, but if I’m honest was complete uninterested. I’m still in pain and considering whether I should go to A&E.

just wanted to chat to anyone as I’m going out of my mind with worry 

thanks

x

  • Hello littlemiss82 and thanks for the post

    I am sorry to hear about the symptoms you have and the worry they are causing you.

    Unfortunately no one here can tell you what these symptoms are being caused by and you really need to speak with a GP again if these are ongoing. Symptoms however can have many causes and most won't be the result of a cancer.

    A+E departments are for emergency situations and therefore it is likely you would get turned away and told to see your GP were you to turn up there. Having said that if symptoms worsten and are uncontrolled call NHS111 for advice.

    As many of these symptoms you say have been on and off for many years it is unlikely to be anything as serious as a cancer. However the doctor may be able to run some tests to rule out more serious causes and hopefully give you some peace of mind.

    Do also talk about your anxiety with them to help you best manage this as well. AnxietyUK has some information and advice that may help you through this time.

    Please get back to us if you need any more information or support.  You may find it helpful to talk things through with one of the nurses on our helpline.  The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

    Best wishes

    Naomi