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Possible Lymphoma worry?

Cs0199101
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Just over a month ago I noticed a hard lump, maybe about the size of a bracelet bead, behind my left ear. Since then it has grown to the size of a blueberry. 

I have also found a small hard lump on the left side of the base of my skull, under my chin and on each side of my groin. I only noticed these in the last week or so but I dont know how long they've been there. The one on the base of my skull has doubled in size since I found it, and so has the one on the right side of my groin.

I have been trying to avoid asking doctor google what is wrong with me and I will have blood taken for testing in the coming days. 

I am just very worried and I'm wondering if anyone who has gone through a similar situation has any advice?

Thanks,

C

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  • Welcome to Cancer Chat Cs0199101,

    I can see from your post that you are worried about the symptoms you have.

    When you’re worried that you may have cancer, it's natural to want answers and it can be tempting to look for answers online, but this can end up increasing anxiety rather than making you feel better. Although we can't be sure what's wrong, I do hope your blood tests go ok and that someone at your clinic might be able to answer your questions. Once they have the results of your tests, they will talk you through any next steps required. Please try not to worry for the meantime, as it'll only make you feel worse.

    All the best to you,

    Moderator Anastasia

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  • Welcome to Cancer Chat Cs0199101,

    I can see from your post that you are worried about the symptoms you have.

    When you’re worried that you may have cancer, it's natural to want answers and it can be tempting to look for answers online, but this can end up increasing anxiety rather than making you feel better. Although we can't be sure what's wrong, I do hope your blood tests go ok and that someone at your clinic might be able to answer your questions. Once they have the results of your tests, they will talk you through any next steps required. Please try not to worry for the meantime, as it'll only make you feel worse.

    All the best to you,

    Moderator Anastasia

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