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I want to r/o lymphoma but feel GP isn't taking me seriously

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I have suffered with migraines and tiredness/ fatigue for years! I also have 2 swollen lymph nodes one each side of my neck for a very long time, never thought anything of them just assumed they were my norm.

I do feel they may have grown a little, they are around 2cm each, rubbery not sore and move when pressed they never go down. I suffer with headaches and with itching skin more so at night. 

I saw the GP who wasn't concerned about the lumps as said they are enlarged due to chronic sinusitis however they never go down?

I have had bloods which are all normal. I would just like a second option or USS just to rule out, how can a GP be sure from feeling? 

Also last night I found another small lump, this one is above my clavicle it's very small and feels hard not sore. I have constant neck ache the last few days.

Should I push for an USS? Or just stop over reacting with my bloods being normal. 

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    I think sometimes peace of mind is the most important thing - I wouldn’t think of anything as overreacting and think about your peace of mind. 

    I think it would be best for you to talk to your GP about all of your concerns worries and that you would feel more reassured with an USS

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    I think sometimes peace of mind is the most important thing - I wouldn’t think of anything as overreacting and think about your peace of mind. 

    I think it would be best for you to talk to your GP about all of your concerns worries and that you would feel more reassured with an USS

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    Please keep trying to make them listen to you. Don’t take no for an answer. I don’t want to worry you and lots of non serious illnesses could have these symptoms but my husband had very similar problems and after 7 years of similar symptoms to you her was diagnosed with a cancer called Sezary syndrome/Mycosis Fungoides. It’s a Leukaemia and a Lymphoma at the same time. It’s very very rare but it’s definitely worth mentioning it to the hospital or your GP.  Good luck. Xx

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