Any one please help

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Hi I am 34 year old female, I have acid reflux every morning and goes through the day, I also have. Slump in the throat feeling not an actual lump.

I have extreme anxiety especially after my sister was diagnosed with a brain tumour 3 weeks ago.

Do my symptoms sound like cancer.

I would be so grateful for any responses. 

  • Hi Beclau

    Acid reflux isn't usually a sign of esophageal cancer. However it is a condition that isn't very pleasant and if it occurs very often without being treated it can lead to problems many years later.

    I would suggest going to the doctor's to get a professional opinion in the first instance and they will prescribe whatever is necessary to relieve your symptoms.

    Anthony 

  • Hi Beclau,

    You definitely need to go to the doctor to get this checked out ASAP. Acid reflux and a lump in the throat feeling are both possible markers for a couple of oesophageal issues. I had both of these conditions and, following an endoscopy, was unfortunately diagnosed with cancer in October. Fortunately I went to my GP as soon as I started encountering swallowing difficulties and have had treatment to remove it. It is possible that you may have another condition called Barrett’s Oesophagus but definitely get yourself checked out. Good luck. CB

  • Oh gosh I'm really scared now, I've had this sensation when I've had anxiety before I don't have any trouble swollwing, I'm only 34 I hope I don't get the same news I'm so sorry for you.

    Xxx

  • Beclau,

    It is only right that you get checked out, but that you are also made aware that the feeling you have in your throat can be caused by Anxiety, this is something that I have had for many years now... if you can find a good GP who can treat the anxiety, that should help.  

    Good Luck with getting checked out. 

    Lowe'

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  • Thankyou so much for your reply I am under a lot of stress as my sister has been diagnosed with a brain tumour x

  • Our bodies react in the strangest of ways whilst our minds allow us to believe that there is so much more, to something simple.

    as already mentioned. don't delay in getting checked out, but be mindful, our own minds can make our bodies ill.

    Look after you, be there where you can for your sister and remember she has a medical team who will take on much of the worry for her if you let them... 

    Lowe'

    Call the helpline for free on 08088080000, 8am to 8pm everyday.
    Tomorrow is not promised but it always has potential. Aim for your potential!
  • Hi Beclau

    What you are going through is very unpleasant and given your personal experience I can understand your anxiety.

    My advice would be talk to your GP. The sooner the better. So that you know what's going on with you. 

    Take care

    SeaSurf