Swollen lymph node or something sinister? Help

Hi , I've had a lump behind my ear for 2 weeks . I was diagnosed with an ear infection ,in the same ear where lump is, and given antibiotics . I've had cold/ flu like symptoms for about 3 weeks . I suffer from really bad health anxiety and worried it's something else . My worry is it's lymphoma. The doctor didn't seem worried , just said if doesn't go down in a few weeks then I've to go back . Would I have other symptoms if lymphoma ? 

thank you 

  • Hi LT71,

    It's good to hear you've seen the doctor about this. They are of course best placed to advise, and it's good that they don't seem too concerned - hopefully you are able to take some reassurance from this.

    Do follow their advice, and if it's still there or you have further concerns in a few weeks, then you can revisit them. In the meantime, try to keep your mind off it as much as possible, by keeping busy if necessary.

    Wishing you all the best,

    Ben
    Cancer Chat Moderator