Lymphoma - Lump in groin

Hello everyone,  

I have a firm but rubbery, movable, painless lump that is relatively small (around 4 mm in short axis) which I noticed was more prominent around mid-late April/May. The doctors have run blood tests and my lymphocytes are 1.0 (but according to my historical blood tests this is what it has been for 20 years and even once dropped to 0.7 years back). I have a slightly elevated RBC of 4.98 and lower WBC of 4.2. Bascially I am sharing this as I am concerned it could be lymphoma. 

I have been having mild night sweats irregularly (but put this down to breastfeeding) and feeling tired (also down to bf, low iron and my thyroid being a bit sluggish).My skin has also started itchy but not wildly and I am wondering if this is because I am so worried about it that I am more aware of it. I've had a bit of a bad year health wise and had a skin cancer scare when a lichinoid keratosis popped up randomly that they thought was BCC. 

I am not feeling myself at all but the next step is waiting 2 months for a call with general surgeon who will then decide whether or not to biopsy it! I feel a bit stuck and a bit at a lost of where to go for help. 

Any ideas and does anything here seem alarming?! 

Thank you in advance... x

  • Hello mamaof2121

    I'm sorry to hear that you've had some ongoing health concerns over the past year and that you're now concerned about this most recent lump you've discovered along with your other symptoms. 

    It's good to know you've already seen your GP and that you've had some initial tests. We know that waiting for tests and appointments can be a difficult time and it's understandable that you're feeling anxious whilst you wait for your telephone appointment with the surgical department. 

    If you think it would help to talk things through with one of our team of nurses you're welcome to give them a call. I know they will be happy to listen and offer any advice, information, and support to help you whilst you're waiting. They're available Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm on 0808 800 4040. 

    Hopefully, you'll have some news soon and the Dr's will be able to give you some reassurance. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator