Possible lymphoma based on enlarged lymph nodes

Hi everyone, I felt a pea-size lymph node in my neck a few months ago which has grown to over 3cm in 3months, and there are now more enlarged nodes around that first one (but smaller). I had an ultrasound scan and the notes say that the appearance is of malignant lymphadenopathy which might be lymphomatous or metastatic (thank you NHS app for having some of the notes!). I’m now waiting for another urgent appointment for a biopsy and CT scan.

From the notes it reads like it is lymphoma so I’m mentally preparing for that, I’m not sure how it could be anything else at this point?! I’m not sure why I’m posting but I’m keeping a lot of this to myself so I don’t worry people, and it’s hard waiting isn’t it?! Thinking of everyone who is waiting for an appointment. 

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  • Sounds like you’re exactly where I am with your feelings! It brings comfort to know you’re not alone and that other people understand how you’re feeling. 
    Can I just ask how old are you both and do you have kids? I’m 36 with a 4 year old and 2 year old so my biggest upset at the moment is leaving them whilst they’re too young to have decent memories of me xx

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