Blood spots, tenderness under armpit and pain in ribs. GP says it's a viral infection but I'm very concerned

I have got blood spots all over my body, i am very tender under my armpit my left hand feels like i have lost strength init , i have pain in my ribs .  my mouth is sore and very red.  I have been to GP and they said it was a viral infection, i am on antibiotics and steroid cream. but i am very concerned 

  • Hello Leig

    I'm sorry to hear that you're dealing with some health concerns at the moment. It's good to know that you've already seen your GP and that at this time they feel your symptoms are the result of a virus. 

    Obviously, at this time of year, there are lots of nasty bugs doing the rounds. According to the NHS website, antibiotics aren't effective in treating a virus so it may be that this is why you're not yet feeling better. However, if things don't improve, then it would seem sensible to make another appointment with your GP so that  you can chat through your concerns with them and they can arrange any further tests or treatment. In the meantime, you can always talk with your local pharmaist about pain management and options to help soothe your sore mouth. 

    I do hope that you feel better soon. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator