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Neck lump

Minimuffin
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About  8 weeks ago I found a large hard lump on the side of my neck,I’m not sure how long it’s been there but at the time thought it was swollen glands. After about 3 weeks with it not going I went to doctors who referred me to hospital. This appointment identified one swollen tonsil, things have moved on quickly since then I have had an MRI & a FNA ultra scan. Should have seen the consultant last Thursday it was cancelled, waiting on results. Today I have received an appointment for a CT Scan tomorrow, a pre op appointment on Wednesday and an another appointment for a US guided FNA Biopsy neck in 2 weeks. What wis th expel op appointment for. Does this mean I have cancer, what is the difference with the first FNA and the new one. I would have thought the new FNA scan would be sooner if there were problems. 

  • Hi minimuffin and welcome to the forum.

    I'm sorry to hear about your neck lump and the further tests and appointments you'll be having this week.

    I know this must be worrying but if you can, try not to jump to any conclusions, or think the worst, until you know more.

    Much easier said than done I know but many of our members have been in a similar position, so you are not alone, and I'm sure it won't be long until some of them stop by to offer their support and advice.

    If you'd like to talk things through with one of our cancer nurses, they're available on 0808 800 4040, Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m.

    We're thinking of you minimuffin and will have our fingers crossed everything will be o.k.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

  • Offline in reply to Moderator Steph

    Thank you for your reply. Since writing my post I have had the CT scan and the results were clear thank goodness. I have spoken to the doctor who advised the first FNA Scan was inconclusive, that’s why I am having an other FNA scan on 1st May but with a biopsy. I also had a pre op telephone call today, the doctor advised this is incase they need to remove the tonsil for biopsy and want me ready for it. He mentioned they are waiting for for the results of the FNA biopsy scan to decide next move. It’s a lot to take in, things seem to be moving quickly. I’m supposed to be going abroad in 3 weeks, the doctor said if I can cancel then do.  Just this comment alone make me feel as though there is definately something not good happening to me   

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