im worried

angel101 · New User Joined: 15 Feb 2006 Posts: 2

i found a lump in my lymph nodes in my groin i had it removed and am now waiting for test results. im really scared and worried i dont know what i would do if it came back that i had cancer.
i was also wondering what cancers can form lumps in the lymph nodes?
if anyone can answer my question i would gratefully appreciate it.

thanks
angel101

rmaureen · Experienced user Joined: 06 Oct 2005 Posts: 99

Hi Angel101,

I really cannot answer your question about the lump in your lymph nodes; but certainly understand your concerns. The following link describes lymph node biopsies and some possible indications: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003933.htm
Wish I could had been of more help. Maybe someone with more insight into this particular symptom will post about it. You will be in my prayers, and please keep us informed as to how it all turns out.

Rhonda

brainman · Posted: Wed Feb 15, 2006 11:46 am Post subject: Re: im worried

Hi angel,

The most common reason for lymph node enlargement I an infection of some kind. But it is the waiting to hear the biopsy results that is hard. We wait with you.

You are in my prayers and thoughts as we await news.
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angel101 · New User Joined: 15 Feb 2006 Posts: 2

oh man this isnt good. my doctor called me this morning saying she has all my test results back and wanted me to come in and see her. well i went in and saw her and the news wasnt good. she told me i have non-hodgkins lymphoma and this news wasnt expected and she wants me to start treatment immediately. this was such a shock as i am only 21 and i never ever expected to get this news well not this early in my life. and now i have to try and deal with this news and im not sure i can. i feel like my life is over its like i have been handed a death sentence.

really scared
amy

rmaureen · Experienced user Joined: 06 Oct 2005 Posts: 99

Oh Amy, I am so sorry to hear this, but you FIGHT this with every thing you got. Ask your doctor pertinent questions-- such as what stage and grade the cancer is, and what is best form of treatment for it. I was so shocked from my diagnosis, I forgot to ask and still do forget to ask questions at times. Write down your questions and bring to your vist with your doctor.

At first I felt as you did--that I had been handed a death sentence. I have Stage III-C Uterine Cancer, and I am fighting this with my faith and with medical treatment. I know of a woman who had non-hodgkins lymphoma and is 100% cancer free today and years later at that. This website describes the disease, diagnosis and treatments.
http://www.cancerbacup.org.uk/Cancertype/Lymphomanon-Hodgkins . I dont know if you live in the United States, but if you do, call or have someone in your family call The American Cancer Society and request materials on this specific type of cancer (this is their url www.cancer.org).

I know how overwhelming this is; the shock of it, so much information coming at you, and how frightening it is; you cannot possibly digest all this at once, for that matter even over a moderate period of time. Amy, please keep us informed and FIGHT this with all you got--cancer is not necessarily a death sentence. There are MANY survivors of it out there. You will be in my prayers and thoughts. Please keep us posted.

Rhonda

Anneli · Regular Joined: 14 Feb 2006 Posts: 13 Location: Finland

Angel, I'm so sorry to read this. If feels so unfair that somebody in your age gets cancer. But don't give up, there are MANY today who survive their cancers, and I believe you'll become one of them!

3pturk · Posted: Fri Feb 17, 2006 5:47 am Post subject: Re: im worried

Angel,
I am so sorry to hear of your diagnosis. I certainly understand your worries. I had many, many awful thoughts and feelings when first told that I have cancer. It took me awhile before I could even say- cancer.
The Battle is just beginning and you have a long, tough road a head of you. I know right now it is hard to believe but you CAN beat this awful disease. Go ahead and cry, swear, hate, feel sorry for yourself, scream, let it all out. ( i even went as far as to say that there couldn't be a God).
Things will change, you have to be positive, let people help you through .
It is a good idea to research and learn all you can about your disease.
I am praying for you and your family.
God bless and be well........
Jill
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Orange Agent · Posted: Sat Feb 18, 2006 9:26 am Post subject: Re: im worried

Hi Angel,

Take a word of advice from an old man with non-hodgkins lymphoma. Although it is tragic that this hits you at such a young age, guess what .... your young age can actually work to your advantage. You're stronger and therefore can fight harder. I pretty much know where your mind is now (as does anybody who has been diagnosed with cancer) but this does not have to be the end of life as you know it. Fight, maintain a positive attitude (yeah, I know), exercise, get plenty of sleep, discuss your feelings with a close friend, turn to meditation or religion for strength, get involved with a hobby, slam the door (occasionally). In general, just hang in there and make the best of a bad situation. It may turn out a whole lot better than you suspect.

Bless you Angel
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Jas · New User Joined: 22 Feb 2006 Posts: 1

Angel,
I will add you to my prayers.

On the same day you were told of the results, my best friends wife (who is also my wifes best friend) was diagnosed with stage 4 lymphomia. Her name is also Amy. I will tell you more as I know and learn. I just wanted you to know, and somehow feel some sort of comfort, that you are soooo not alone and I hope my prayers for you will help. Keep thefaith, its a big part of beating down lifes challenges.
Jas-

BTW, shes 34 and a mother of a 1 and 4 year old. For what it is worth, I have talked to so many in the last few days, and heard many stories of "aquaintenances" that have or had had the disease, and are here to talk about it many years later. Fight hard, your young and I assume strong. Think positive when you can. I do not understand your feelings, as I'm still a lucky one, but may the friends around you multiply and help you through.

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