Well that was a waste of time.

Just got back from Docs, said its normal "because im thin" and i supposedly have a viral infection.

Had blood test earlier in month to rule out cancers. Load of rubbish IMO

Good afternoon, sorry to hear you’ve been messed around so much, I too have the same thing, the first time I went to docs I was told it was a salivary gland... and to suck on a lemon! I wasn’t satisfied so went back and told to watch and wait as they thought it was an enlarged lymph node. Then it grew in size so On my third visit to the docs I finally got referred. I have been seen my ENT, had an ultrasound and a biopsy as they couldn’t be sure on the ultrasound whether it is a branchial cyst or enlarged lymph, so I’m just waiting for the results.

I know it’s draining and very hard but You should go back and don’t take no for an answer, it’s your life in their hands and they’re not taking yours seriously. It’s obviously causing you a great deal of anxiety, like it did me. Have you seen the same doctor each time? 

Good afternoon, sorry to hear you’ve been messed around so much, I too have the same thing, the first time I went to docs I was told it was a salivary gland... and to suck on a lemon! I wasn’t satisfied so went back and told to watch and wait as they thought it was an enlarged lymph node. Then it grew in size so On my third visit to the docs I finally got referred. I have been seen my ENT, had an ultrasound and a biopsy as they couldn’t be sure on the ultrasound whether it is a branchial cyst or enlarged lymph, so I’m just waiting for the results.

I know it’s draining and very hard but You should go back and don’t take no for an answer, it’s your life in their hands and they’re not taking yours seriously. It’s obviously causing you a great deal of anxiety, like it did me. Have you seen the same doctor each time? 

Hey there.

Ive seen 3 different docs on 6 occasions. Each have said its either a ongoing infection or totally normal - no idea how a lump in the neck which randomly appears and stays for months on end is normal (?)

They said Lymphoma can be checked via a CBC but that isnt true, it would need a biopsy to see 100% if lymphoma is present, if im wrong soneone feel free to correct me.

Another day and still headache, ringing in my left ear, muscle ache and stomach pain - which docs say is IBS.

The lump is very jelly like, mobile and can cause abit of uncomfatable pain when moving my head left-right.

It’s not normal! They should be investigating what is causing it, surely it would of showed in your bloods if you had an infection as well? I had the bloods before my referral and mine came back clear too but they still referred me. Yes I’ve heard you need a biopsy to know what it is for sure, even on my ultrasound they couldn’t define between a cyst or enlarged lymph node so the biopsy was done. Been nearly a week now and haven’t heard back yet the wait is agonising.

i do hope your ok. Wish I could give you some advice on what to do. All I can say is keep being persistent and they will have to refer you. My GP said a lump has to of been there for 6 weeks before they refer you to see if it goes by itself. Like incase it’s a swollen lymph caused by infection. They like to give it time to go down. But yours has been there for some time and I most certainly wouldn’t be happy with it. Even if it’s a swollen lymph due to infection then they need to sort that out regardless don’t they? 

I asked the doc on my 3rd or 4th visit (I’ve loss track now) and she said an infection probably wouldn’t show on a blood test.

Could be classed has neglect if they continue to dismiss it, ive even moved doctors because getting absolutely nowhere with the previous one..hopefully I’ll have more luck getting a referral there.

Wouldnt be so frustrated if I wasn’t feeling this unwell, haven’t slept for awhile due to the tinnitus in my left ear - I already have tinnitus but this is out of this world for the ringing. Then you have the headaches, aching, stomach pains,  the chills and what not, had this for awhile and it’s just getting regarded has a viral infection.

A lump is a lump, should be taken seriously regardless. 

Im only 31 so god knows how this can be regarded as normal.

Hi people, just a update.

I visited my new doctors today and saw a nurse about the above. Was shocked nobody had refereed me to a scan, hoping the ringing in ears constantly is stress - boy ive had alot of that recently.

Having tinnitus anyway tells me something isnt right, its 10 times louder than it usually is and can be heard throughout the day, not just at night like I normally had.

Got sharp chest pains last night which scared me, but its this ringing driving me absolutely mental now. The lump I am praying is nothing cancerous, really nervous and guess this doesnt help with any anniexty.

Hi there,

I didn't see any update on your diagnosis, I hope you got the all clear? 
 

I am currently experiencing exactly what you had; tinnitus in the right ear and swollen lymph nodes. Mine have only been swollen for 3 weeks but the swelling keeps changing. I currently have an ear infection and a totally blocked left ear. I have also felt some swelling my groin glands, which I am going to have checked today. Sometimes I am not sure if I'm being a hypochondriac! 
 

I am a teacher so I can't currently teach as I can't hear a thing. Students these days aren't so caring either. My cattarah is green but I don't know if I can have an infection and still be more seriously unwell. My face and jaw are in pain. I saw an out of hours GP to have my bloods taken, which I have done but came back 'normal' even though I know that doesn't indicate something more sinister.  
 

I just saw your post and wanted to know if you were okay in the end. x

Hi I am 20 and have recently found lump in my neck gp says give it time I had pains in my chest too he shrugged this off but my gut tells me this is serious what can I do.

HI IM ALSO 20. i recently found a small lump in my neck. but its not noticebale.  it could be lymphoma as its a swollen lymph node i think. I also lost some weight without exercising although i have been dieting for a month. My symptoms started a week ago with a slight pain in the neck behind the head which developed into a tension headache. The headache lasted for a week. then after i noticed a small lump which is bit tender and painful to touch. The headache is somewhat gone. Gong for a blood test tomorrow. Did you have similar symptoms?

I saw my GP about a month ago, as have been getting tinnitus in my left ear, headache behind that ear and feeling dizzy. She immediately referred me to ENT, as said unilateral tinnitus is not normal and should always be investigated. Unfortunately I've had a letter from ENT saying they will be back in touch when they can offer me an appointment, so I know the wait is very long. I've made an appointment to set a consultant  privately. My GP said I need a scan, but need ENT to decide exactly what scan. I'm also having problems with high BP and pulse which is proving resistant to medications.

 Since making the private appointment I have now found a large lump in my left breast, so have an urgent appointment at the breast clinic next week. So am obviously panicking now that the head symptoms are related to this lump.

 Hope your tinnitus is being investigated now. Mine is getting louder every day, and the dizziness is awful. If it gets much worse I'll be going to a+e, as my ENT appt is still 2 weeks away.

 Since