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Hi, I’m Cher aged 43. I have lots of horrible symptoms that seem to be pointing towards lymphoma;

itchy skin mainly on arms & legs

head aches

neck, shoulder & chest pains

dry cough 

loose teeth & bleeding gums 

pain in breasts & behind ear

pain in jaw when opened wide

swollen hands & feet

depression & anxiety

bone pain

sore throat 

fatigue

dizzIness

feeling poorly-flu like

brain fog

poor concentration 

forgetfulness 

shortness of breath 

I honestly feel as though I’m dropping to bits. Has anyone else had such a huge list of symptoms? I’ve been to GP. He’s referred me for a chest X-ray which I’m having tomorrow, & bloods which is booked for next Thursday. My uncle & my Grandad both died from leukaemia. My Mam had a really rare cancer that started at the base of the skull & went up the back of her nose, filled her sinus cavity & then went round her eye & up to her brain. I feel very alone right now. I’ve got the best husband, kids, family & friends around me, but I’m not sharing my thoughts & fears with them. I’m just waiting to have these tests done first. 

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  • Hello Cher1980

    I'm sorry to hear that you're dealing with a long list of health concerns at the moment. It's understandable that you're feeling worried. 

    It's good to know that you've already seen your GP and they have started some investigations. Whilst it's understandable, given your family history, that you're worried these symptoms may be indicative of cancer, it's also important to remember that they could be associated with many other different health conditions. 

    Hopefully, the chest x-ray and blood tests will bring some reassurance and help your GP get to the bottom of what is going on for you. In the meantime, if you think it may be helpful to chat things through with one of our nurses for some advice and support you're welcome to call them on 0808 800 4040, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. I know they will be happy to listen and offer any information and reassurance they can. 

    I hope you have some answers soon Cher1980. Do let us know how you get on. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator 

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  • Hello Cher1980

    I'm sorry to hear that you're dealing with a long list of health concerns at the moment. It's understandable that you're feeling worried. 

    It's good to know that you've already seen your GP and they have started some investigations. Whilst it's understandable, given your family history, that you're worried these symptoms may be indicative of cancer, it's also important to remember that they could be associated with many other different health conditions. 

    Hopefully, the chest x-ray and blood tests will bring some reassurance and help your GP get to the bottom of what is going on for you. In the meantime, if you think it may be helpful to chat things through with one of our nurses for some advice and support you're welcome to call them on 0808 800 4040, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. I know they will be happy to listen and offer any information and reassurance they can. 

    I hope you have some answers soon Cher1980. Do let us know how you get on. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator 

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