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Pain in the larynx

Marie_M
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I have really bad anxiety Like a mental breakdown, I have had pain on and off in my larynx area and sometimes a pain going to my ears.I keep feeling unwell like I am going to die when the pain starts I start fearing the worse as nd am terrified to go and get it checked! This has been 5 months now and I have lost weight but not sure if it's due to worry and not eating enough. I have some good days with little shooting pains and have some bad days when I just want to cry and go to bed I have had chronic anxiety on many occasions with different symptoms. I am not coping well and don't go out much due to my anxiety and pain. I just don't think I can cope any longer I am waiting on Psychiatrist which takes 18 months on the waiting list please can anyone help or let me know if they have experienced what I have as I know the throat can be a hotspot for anxiety but I just can't take anymore.Having a really bad day today and will loose it if it's bad news. My 2 sons are my word can anyone help???

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    Hello Marie_M, 

    Poor you it does sound like you are suffering from horrific pain and anxiety. You mentioned that you are terrified to go and get it checked but I think it would be a good idea to go and see a doctor about it as only a GP will be able to diagnose you and tell you what it might be. Make sure you mention also the terrible anxiety you are suffering from and that you are on a very long waiting list to see the psychiatrist and that you feel you need help now. 

    I hope you will hear from others who have been in a similar place and that they will share their story with you.

    Hopefully you will get to speak to someone soon and get the reassurance you need. 

    Best wishes, 

    Lucie, Cancer Chat Moderator

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    Thank you Doctor does think it's due to Anxiety but I am in a bad place just now and the fear to go to ENT is making me worse

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