Just scared

Hi. I can’t give you a medical opinion and can just say that if you are not happy with your GPs evaluation ask for a fast track hospital referral. If one isn’t offered your only recourse is a private ENT appointment 

My GP did send me in a two week referral but this was lost in the system somehow and I did arrange a private consultation. Luckily the NHS one came in on the same day. 

Hi Mortigger 

Like Dani Im not medically trained so can’t offer help from that perspective.

I have always thought we know our own bodies better than anyone else as we are the ones experiencing the signs and symptoms. 

I would keep a daily diary of what’s going on for you You can also request to see a different GP at your surgery and ask for a referral to ENT or like Dani said if you can afford too pay to see a private ENT (250-350).

Some drs are very pro active with any head and neck concerns but sadly some ( like mine) are not and early diagnosis is the key to all suspect cancers..

Debbie

Hi mortigger it could be lots of other things apart from cancer, however you are worried and not happy with what your GP has said. So, like the others who have posted said go back to your GP, or another one if you can, and ask for a 2 week referral. Hopefully it's nothing to worry about but tell them how worried you are.

Ray.

Second opinions are often invaluable, it took 3 visits and nearly 2 years to get to the bottom of my issue... ask for another appointment at your health centre.

Peter