Hi. I have not been diagnosed with cancer but I’m due to have my second endoscopy next week I am worried I have stomach cancer, cancer of all kinds does run in family from both parents sides. I had the last test in 2017 where they took biopsies and said I had barrats, so this time I am burping so much and bringing up bile and food and drink, pain top of stomach, which I have had pain for about ten years. Now because I haven’t lost weight they don’t presume it’s cancer but I have put on over a stone and my stomach is so swollen and bloated beating in mind I don’t eat food I have always had a phobia of food ( don’t ask) if I do eat I choke on the food sometimes if you didn’t know me you would think I was due to drop a baby. Now fir the past 10 years every time I have been to the drs they put it down to my multiple sclerosis now I know my own body they removed my gallbladder fir no reason years down the line I am still in pain but all this burping and bringing up stuff is getting to me. I’m just so worried for this test next week
Hi and warm welcome to the Macmillan Online Community although sorry that you had to find us and especially sorry to hear about your ongoing diagnosis and the challenges you are facing.
First, it’s always good to talk and the Macmillan Support Services provides lots of information, support, financial guidance or just a listening ear.
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Talking with others who are walking the same type of journey will help you navigate this difficult time.
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All the very best
