Just received appointment for ultrasound  on a neck lump (just over 2 weeks), but am working myself into a bit of a state with worry. The lump was found in November but due to work commitments and the fact that GP surgery calls were while I was in work, I have only just managed to see surgery nurse. 

I already have an autoimmune liver problem and for the past year or so have had aches and pains there. Spoke to my GI who says doesn't think its liver related as bloods for liver 6 months ago were fine. 

My issue is that all the symptoms I have that could be cancer could also be attributed to my liver problem eg fatigue, night sweats etc (I should also say that at 49 years it could just be monopause related) . I've also been trying to lose weight which has been a problem due to medication, however I've dropped 8lbs since just before Xmas and am now thinking it could also indicate cancer. When I saw nurse at GP clinic she dismissed the weight loss because I had been trying to loose.

I've now developed constant nausea, but this could be psychological as I've worked myself up so much, but I wake up wretching/ nauseous and am struggling to eat, (which makes the nausea worse).

I would like to ask if any one else struggles with other conditions that have symptoms the same as c and how you coped until diagnosis /dismissal? Who could I speak to/ get advice from? 

The only person I told about my liver when diagnosed was husband (who died aged 50, 3 years ago). I didn't tell my grown up children till after his death. I also don't want to worry them now in case it is nothing. Since his death my health anxieties have increased.

Sorry but this ended up much longer than planned. I've written and deleted it so many times as not sure what /if there's anything I can do till ultrasound is completed