Hi just in the past few days I’ve noticed one of my lymph nodes was harder and a little tender just one thought on my left side above my breast not in it so not sure if that’s considered my chest but my arm pit was sore now it’s better has anyone experienced that before I’m a little scared.
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Hello @Sfoster3344
Welcome to our forum and I’m glad you felt able to reach out for some advice.
I’m sorry to hear about your lymph node and can understand that you’re feeling worried about it. With any concerns you have about your health, we would strongly encourage you to go and see your GP. Have you been able to speak to them about your concerns? It’s understandable if you feel scared, please know you’re not alone in that, but they are there to help and will understand. If you can, perhaps consider taking someone with you to the appointment.
I’m guessing you’re here on our forum because you’re worried about blood cancer. You may therefore find our 'Blood cancer symptoms and signs’ page helpful to read - it contains information on what to look out for, as well as prompts for questions you might like to ask your doctor - it can be useful to write any of these that apply to you down in advance.
As it explains on the webpage:
"Most people who have symptoms described on this page won’t have blood cancer. But it’s worrying to have symptoms you can’t explain, and important to find out what’s causing them, if only to set your mind at rest.
If you have just one symptom that you can’t explain, that goes on for a long time, or is unusual for you, book an appointment with your GP. If you suddenly feel very unwell at any time, get medical help straight away by calling 999 or going to A&E."
I hope this helps. Take good care of yourself.
Warmest wishes,
Ali
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Hi @Sfoster3344 a great big welcome to our forum and I hope you do not need us.
@Ali_BloodCancerUK has given you a far better response than I ever could.
I always get scared when I don’t know what my symptom means, it is natural I reckon.
Be very kind to yourself and the waiting to get it checked out is horrible.
Look after yourself and please do let us know how you get on.
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