Lumps and rash on neck but normal blood work

Hey there I’m just looking for some advice please,

I found a rash on my neck about 8 weeks ago and then discovered the first lump in my neck 2 weeks ago followed by another 1 week ago and another another 4 days ago and the newest one today, none larger than a pea or fingertip, I had been having other symptoms for over a month of bruising and becoming more breathless etc. I was seen by a doctor urgently 5 days ago who ordered a blood test to help rule out blood cancers, they have came back ‘normal’ although upon request for the specific results to be emailed they still haven’t and haven’t spoke to a doctor about the results. I booked another appointment to discuss next steps to finding out what they are but the only space isn’t for another 9 days and it’s over the phone. Could it still be cancer even with normal blood results? Should I press to be seen sooner, I’ve been so stressed and worried and I don’t know how to handle waiting 9 days to see if they want to test further-I can’t sleep or focus at work

  • Good morning Elker813

    I'm sorry to hear that you've had some concerns about your health recently. it's good to know that you've already seen your GP and that the initial tests that they requested haven't given any immediate cause for concern. 

    I certainly think it's a sensible idea to see your GP again to discuss the results properly and ask for some clarification and reassurance about your concerns. It may be that they want to monitor things to see how they go or it may be that they feel further investigations are necessary. Either way, your GP is the best person to arrange these things. 

    If you'd like to chat things through with one of our nurses I' sure they would be happy to offer any support and reassurance they can/ They're available Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm on 0808 800 4040. 

    I hope you have some answers soon. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator