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Pain in ribs

Dando
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Hi so i am 33 and a smoker i have recently been getting a lot of pain under my ribs and random chest pain amongst other issues neck pain ear pain head pain sholder and in the top of my back but it h been on and off for a while long story short i have 3 disabled children that i care fir the. Past two years have been very challenging and stressful so evary time i goto the doctors or a&e they putt down to stress i have also had coughs on and off but not constantly and have had covid a number of times when I have had the cough i now have really sore ribs like they are bruised that just won'to i am also having stumic issues and ibs am so scared that i am just being left and it is something bad this is all making my stress and anxiety really bad now and i just don't know what to do Sob

  • Hi Dando,

     

    Thanks for getting in touch and welcome to our online community. My name is Suzanne and I am one of the Cancer Information Nurse Specialists.

    It sounds as though you have a number of symptoms that are worrying you at the moment and as you are a parent and carer you are bound to be anxious about your health.

    We would always recommend that if you have new or worsening symptoms you should seek medical assessment as soon as possible. If you feel that your concerns are not being addressed, you may wish to speak to a different GP in the practice for a second opinion. You could also ask to speak to your practice manager about your concerns.

    It is important to remember though that there could be various different causes of your symptoms other than cancer.

    That said, it is completely human to worry about your health and this can cause a great deal of anxiety. You may find this resource on overcoming fear and anxiety helpful. Anxiety UK also have a helpline should you wish to reach out for support when you are feeling very anxious.

    I really hope that you are able to get the support you need and that you will find the resources mentioned helpful.

     

    Best wishes and take care,

     

    Suzanne, Cancer Information Nurse Specialist

    You can also speak with the Macmillan Support Line team of experts. Phone free on 0808 808 0000 (7 days a week, 8am-8pm) or send us an email.

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