Thankyou so much I have got myself in such a worry hopefully all is ok xx

Just thought I'd update...had my scan the sonographer was amazing....I got very upset and broke down crying. He got me to lay down and at first he couldn't find the lump....he got me to sit up and did find it in the end. He said he couldn't see anything to worry about. Nothing of concern. While I do feel slightly relived I don't know if I should still be concerned about the blood tests. As the doctor said my white blood cells and inflammatory markers were slightly raised. 

I went to the doctor today to talk about my scan and bloods. She said that the scan came back clear with no concern and that it is a reactive lymph node less than 1cm in size. I told her I was worried about the bloods aswell. She explained that my white cell count was only marginally out of range but nothing that was concerning. She also had another feel of my neck and said the lump actually felt smaller. She reassured me again that from my blood and scan results btgwre is nothing that is of major concern. I do feel relieved but my anxiety still has a hold of me slightly unfortunately. This is something else I am trying to address. Hope my little story helps someone anyway xxx

Hi I know it's been a while since this post was active, I have had a pea size lump in my neck for over 2 months now, I had my ultrasound today and the sonographer didn't say anything, at first he couldn't find it either, until I showed him where it was. It was quite tender when he was scanning it. He just said that in 2 different angles it's measuring at 7mm by 1mm and 9mm by 3mm, he just said the report will be sent to my GP and that I will receive in 5-7 days. Is that normal? Is it quick results or slow results! I can't wait, I was really hoping for some reassurance there and then, please help! Xx

Hello there,

I'd love to help reassure you but obviously I am not a doctor and can not diagnose you medically I can only tell you my experience. I had a lump like a pea on the side of my neck as you read. Long story short..I had to wait a week to have my scan (fast tracked) once in the room I literally broke down in pieces and sobbed...the aonographer bless him I think he felt sorry for me. I don't think it's common practice to give patience any information. But he could see how distressed I was. He told me after looking around that he found the lump. I don't remember him giving me measurements then. He said he didn't think it was anything to be worried about but like you said the detailed investigation letter would be sent to my GP. I did feel a bit reassured as I thought being a aonographer they must see these things everyday. I had to wait again for docs appointment. The doctor casually reeled off the size of the lump and said she didn't think it was anything to be concerned about but if it was *** then they would need to re Investigate. Unfortunately for me I also suffer really bad anxiety. She also put up my anxiety medication. The lump sis remain for a few weeks and I worried about it in and off. It seemed to gradually disappear over a few weeks. I thought it shrunk as my anxiety got better...but I don't know for sure...I can remember being so so worried about it all. The lump is no longer there and I do occasionally find myself feeling around to see if it's come back. The weird thing is along with this I also had a few nights of night sweats etc (all anxiety related) All I can advise is as hard as it is you will unfortunately have to wait it out...I'm sure your doctor will reassure you. If I can answer any other questions please do let me know and I'll try my best.

Big hugs xx

Hello tinker bell, thankyou for replying to me. I understand nobody can diagnosE me on here. I'm just absolutely terrified and yes health anxiety is a major cause. I haven't really been that fussed about the lump this whole time until today when I had the scan. It's still tender now 4 hours later. He did say throughout the scan don't worry. But how can u not worry! Can I ask did u get referred for a biopsy? I'm worried that if they refer me they think it could be cancer?!! How long did u wait for the results and what was the lump? Also what anxiety tablets are u taking if u don't mind me asking. I was prescribed sertraline but stupidly read the side effects and haven't been able to bring myself to take them! Thankyou again for replying to me xx

Hello again, well from what I remember she said it was a reactive lymph node. I had bloods done aswell and that had come back with hight white blood cells and high inflammatory markers. I made the mistake of googling that!!! Don't do it!! She said there was no need for a biopsy unless it grew or didn't go away...it did take a few weeks to go. But it did go. It is really hard not to worry I totally understand that.  I am on fluoxetine. I was in 20mg back then and I'm now on 40mg. I do still occasionally worry about things but it's no way near as bad now. If you read my beginning post it said that around that time I had had tonsillitis, tattoo and bad tummy etc all within a few months before the lump arrived. Can you think if you have been poorly recently? Sore throat? Toothache? Ear infection? Lymph nodes can react to a lot of stuff. Even stress. Xxx

Hi tinker bell, thankyou for replying again, it's nice to be able to speak To somebody in a similar situation. So I noticed this lump in around middle of November, I'm not sure if it has been there longer, but, I did have some ear piercing done on the same side in august and one of them got really infected and had a course of antibiotics for it. The other one is still crusty and really sore but the doctor doesn't seem to think it is infected. I don't think I have been poorly around that time. Recently I have been diagnosed with gingivitis through the dentist(I hadn't been in years!!) and she also said my tonsil look red and swollen. I have sometimes got tingling burning sensations in my mouth, possible oral thrush and a sore on the side of my tongue and this all started after the lump, Iv convinced myself I have oral cancer that has spread to my lymph nodes... dramatic I know! I had my bloods done in November and they all came back clear! I spoke To my GP this morning who is going to do another FBC (she didn't think it was needed but doing it anyway) and a diabetic check, some of my symptoms do add up to that and it would be a weight lifted if it's that and not cancer, although still difficult to live with. 
 

so how long from start to finish roughly did u have the lump? I know some reactive nodes can last years.. 

ohh that's really good that they are helping u! I think I'm worried I'm going to take them and still think like I do. Iv been out straight into 50mg! I must be crazy lol xx

I found the lump when I was at my.friends house. I was just casually chatting away and put my hand on my neck....I literally went cold...didn't say anything to my friend....like you it could have been there longer than what I thought. But from when I found the lump to when it went was a good few months...from what you have said it does sound like a reactive lymph node but obviously as I said I can't tell you that.  Your bloods being clear is a really good sign...mine were not which threw me right into a panic again. The lump is no longer there and hasn't come back. I would suggest talking to your doctor about your anxiety. I honestly know how you feel and looking back now it's no way to live your life. I will be honest it took a while for the fluoxetine to work. I am on a medication called fluoxetine and it's literally changed me for the better. I'd give it 3 months minimum before making a decision on medication that your doctor has prescribed you. Obviously not everyone wants to take tablets but that's something you must chat to with your GP. I would also suggest telling her about the things you are worried about from taking them. I would highly recommend meditation for anxiety. It really helped me. At first I was extremely skeptical about it. I used an app called head space and I can not recommend it enough. Absolutely amazing for calming the mind. Hugs x