Hello Nathan,

                        sorry to read of your diagnosis,it will have come as a great shock and have really thrown you out of balance.You ask"can my GP be wrong",and whilst that is possible, due to the way he has proceeded with all the tests and subsequent results,it looks to be very unlikely.You say you are unsure as to why you have been referred to a blood specialist,it is because Lymphomia in laymans terms is called cancer of the blood.The white blood cells are affected and changed which cause the problem within your system.Since you have already been told your biopsy showed abnormal cells,l would say this is why your doctor was very direct in his assessment of your condition.

                                                                                                                 l would say that your focus should switch towards treatment available for dealing with this and the issues arising from the treatments.it would be a good idea to write down any questions for the consultant,since your mind can be in a whirl during the consultation.It would also be helpful to speak to some of the professional agencies like Macmillan cancer and Maggies who can offer practical advice and support.You can also speak to one of the nurses on this site,who can give professional advice on your condition,by telephoning 0808 800 4040 which would be a very good first proactive step in helping gain an understanding and grasp of what you may face.

                l wish you well and would say it always looks darker at the outset than it turns out to be later,for your part,positivity and keeping stress to an absolute minimum will be the greatest contribution you can bring to your efforts to regaining your health,

                                                                               my very best wishes, David