Worried I have esophagus cancer

Hello people, I am 24 and a male, a bit overweight and former smoker. I had an endoscopy today and they found a lump. They said they are sending the biopsy off as urgent and I am so scared right now, they also suggested I have a CT scan on my chest and other areas.

 

I know nobody can know for sure, but is this likely to be esophagus cancer? My recent symptoms have been some chest pain and I am terrified and my mental health is very poor right now. Any advice would be great, thank you. 

  • Hello mg1882 and welcome to the forum.

    I know this must be scary but I'm glad you've joined us our many of our members will know what you're going through at the moment and will hopefully be along soon to offer their support and advice. 

    I hope the information and practical tips given on the NHS Every Mind Matters website will help you look after your mental health as well.

    Although no-one here can say what this is, we'll have our fingers crossed the biopsy results, along with the CT scan, bring good news when the time comes.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator