Lumps in groin, 27, anxiety!

Hey. I'm a 27y.o female and recently discovered swollen lymph nodes in my groin. They've been there about a month now, and I have just noticed another lump kind of above my pelvic area around my lower abdomen. I don't think I had/have any kind of indection that explains them.

I should also note that I recently lost my boyfriend in an accident in Canada, so am under a lot of stress and am feeling generally anxious and paranoid, tired and emotional at the moment. I went to see my GP who told me that yes, they are definitely swollen lymph nodes, and she would send me for an ultrasound if they don't go.

I am about to fly to Canada to be with my boyfriend's family there for an extended period of time (over a month for certain). 

I'm so wracked with anxiety about not being able to get an ultrasound for a long time, as I know how important early diagnoses of cancers are. I've been consulting Dr. Google (I know I know), and have convinced myself that I have ovarian cancer or a multitude of other nasty things. If it was just a resoponse to infection, would they not have gone by now, and what about the new lump I've found?

I guess I'm just looking for a bit of reassurance. I know that cancer is rare in someone my age, but not unheard of.  I don't want my time in Canada to be filled with anxiety when I should be healing with my boyfriend's family.

Thanks in advance to anyone who reads x

  • Hello Char1992,

    I'm very sorry to hear about your situation. As you know, looking for answers online can end up increasing anxiety rather than making you feel better. You should put aside these thoughts of cancer, as you and your boyfriend's family are already going through so much. If you ever need to speak to someone, Cruse have resources and a helpline. The number is 0808 808 1677.

    All the best and my condolences,

    Moderator Anastasia