Possible lymphoma symptoms

Hi everyone,

Almost 4 weeks ago I randomly felt a lump on my neck (left side just above the collarbone). It was the size of an egg and I am almost certain it has only recently grown to that size. My GP arranged an urgent 2-week referral to the ENT department and I had bloods done. She said it might be cancer but it could be other things too.

The blood tests came back normal, although my LDH was slightly low. I have an underactive thyroid and their levels were within range too. Since then, I have felt tired, a little under the weather, nauseous and I can sometimes feel a slight pressure in my throat.

My appointment is on Friday and I'm staying positive but there is a part of me freaking out about this. Other than an underactive thyroid, I'm 39 and very healthy. I eat healthily, I don't smoke, drink and exercise a lot (3-4 times a month). Has anyone else been diagnosed with similar symptoms? I know the one on my neck is obviously a symptom but the others seem too vague and could be anything.

Any help would be greatly appreciated :) 

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  • Hi csmobro and welcome to the forum. 

    I'm sorry to hear about the lump on your neck, as well as your other symptoms, and for the worry they are understandably causing.

    Many of our members have found themselves in a similar situation so you are not alone, and hopefully some of them will be along soon to share their experiences and advice.

    If you'd like to talk any of this through with one of our cancer nurses you can do so on 0808 800 4040, Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m.

    We're thinking of you csmobro and wishing you all the best with your appointment on Friday.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

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  • Hi csmobro and welcome to the forum. 

    I'm sorry to hear about the lump on your neck, as well as your other symptoms, and for the worry they are understandably causing.

    Many of our members have found themselves in a similar situation so you are not alone, and hopefully some of them will be along soon to share their experiences and advice.

    If you'd like to talk any of this through with one of our cancer nurses you can do so on 0808 800 4040, Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m.

    We're thinking of you csmobro and wishing you all the best with your appointment on Friday.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

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