Need to offload

[Shirleen]

Sorry this isn't going to be a frivolous post!
I've been having throat problems for years, the last bout of Tonsillitis had three lots of Antibiotics thrown at it and only the last one which was a double course cleared it.
My hearing has been worse than ever since October. Anyway the GP I see specialises in ENT and he is 'concerned', he's not convinced it's just Tonsillitis as my tonsils are still inflamed a month later. So he's taken a swab to see if there are other nasties going on.
If not he's going to fast track me to the hospital citing my strong family history (mum and aunt) of Oral Cancer as a flag.

Now my head knows it's very very unlikely, and that he's a worry wort, but my heart keeps going 'oh flip!'
I know I'm being daft about it, it's very unlikely as I don't smoke or drink very often and rarely to excess. But my dear friends sister died a fortnight ago aged 49, of it too so I'm being a wuss!
Forgive me for being such mood killer, but my husband worries enough and well my friends have enough to deal with, one who's mum has terminal cancer. I can't talk to my brothers as they've seen it close up with Mum and that's what's horrifying.

Sorry to ramble on I just needed to get it out!

 

[xMandyDx]

I can totally understand your fears. Especially when someone you know has gone through that recently and lost the battle. When you're unwell without knowing the cause, you tend to snatch at all the worst reasons and make yourself sick with worry!

It'll be impossible to forget about it completely, but I suggest that when these fears pop up, make a conscious decision to tell yourself, no, I will not think this way.
Wait for the test results to come back, and be strong. Our imaginations are so much worse than reality most of the time.

I too suffer with chronic tonsilitis. I was supposed to have them out a few years back but fell pregnant with my son at the time. Now I refuse to have them out, as I hear it's quite an ordeal for an adult. Anyway, both my tonsils are swollen constantly - like huge! - even if they aren't sore. And they've been that way as long as I can remember. Don't fret... it could be something quite simple.

xx

 

[tallsarah]

It must be a horrible time for you, and the fact that you don't want to worry friends and family shows how thoughtful you are. Please don't put yourself down for being concerned, its a totally understandable response.

As you said you have a healthy lifestyle and it could be that you need a more aggressive co-ordinated treatment plan for the infection, that would have an impact on both your throat and hearing.

Hopefully you won't have to wait too long for your appointment as the waiting will be stressful. Make sure you get the support you need from this site until you feel able to tell someone in your real life, sharing the load will help and virtual hugs are not the same, although I am sending you one anyway xx

 

[no1mom23]

I hope they find the cause for your tonsils and are able to sort it out quickly. I think the worst part is not knowing what is causing it. For years I suffered with stomach pains and it was getting to the point where I wondered if it was all in my head. Finally went to see a locum doctor whose diagnosed gall stones and I needed my gall bladder out. I felt better just knowing what was causing my pain and was able to move forward. I really hope it all works out for you soon. xx

 

[Shirleen]

Thanks guys it was just when he said 'one of the flags I will raise will be the cancer history' i don't think he'd so that lightly!
Ah I know it'll be nothing!

 

[JezVonSavage]

Oh Mam, you know we are all more than happy to listen to your offloading. It's a hard thing, waiting, especially when there is nothing that can be done in the meantime; try not to worry though, worrying won't help *shakes finger*

My OH suffers with his throat so had his tonsils out a few years back, but still suffers. They've blamed it on all sorts of stuff but it's nothing serious. Your GP is doing the best thing testing for what is a minor possibility xxxx

 

[interested92]

shirleen, you're always one of the first people to post support on here. why did you think we'd feel upset or ignore you when you need help?!

it will probably be nothing, but you know that either way we're all here for you.

 

[Ally89]

I know how you feel, I had a problem and because my family has a history with cancer and strokes the doctor used that to get me into the hospital faster, thankfully it wasn't cancer and was something that is treatable with tablets and weigh loss. I think these doctors just like scaring us. I was in the same position as you though, i didn't know who to offload on, my dad is a worry guts, my mum is ill herself, my best friend is a manic depressive. Yep, I was stuck. I ended up off loading to some online friends cos I didn't know who else to tell. I'm sure everything will be fine, they are giving you worst case scenario. Stay strong, theres always people here for you if you need them

 

[Shirleen]

I know how you feel, I had a problem and because my family has a history with cancer and strokes the doctor used that to get me into the hospital faster, thankfully it wasn't cancer and was something that is treatable with tablets and weigh loss. I think these doctors just like scaring us. I was in the same position as you though, i didn't know who to offload on, my dad is a worry guts, my mum is ill herself, my best friend is a manic depressive. Yep, I was stuck. I ended up off loading to some online friends cos I didn't know who else to tell. I'm sure everything will be fine, they are giving you worst case scenario. Stay strong, theres always people here for you if you need them

Cheers chicken xxxx

 

[Beegee]

Oh poor you, it's so horrible having this kind of thing hanging over you. It completely takes over your mind and you can drive yourself crazy worrying. I'd like to thing that as you've been having problems for years, anything 'serious' would have been detected or become more obvious by now and that the doctor is just going through the motions to try and resolve things for you. Hang in there chick, I feel for you and have fingers crossed that you get an all clear soon x

 

[big bear]

Hi hun, no words of wisdom to add that haven't been said. It's horrible being constantly ill maybe you are really run down as you work so hard.

Maybe its time to have some time just for you & just rest & do nothing.

How long will you have to wait for your appointment?

I wish you well & sending u some virtual hugs.

BB xx

P.s you look gorgeous in your profile pic x

 

[JezVonSavage]

P.s you look gorgeous in your profile pic x

Yes you do, and half the age that you looked in the last one so I shall start calling you Sis instead of Mam!! xx

 

[Shirleen]

Yes you do, and half the age that you looked in the last one so I shall start calling you Sis instead of Mam!! xx

You two are nuts! But thanks!
Never thought I'd be praying for nasties but I'm really hoping that swab has something not really horrible on it! Appt with GP on Friday afternoon to discuss the results of that and next move!

 

[big bear]

You two are nuts! But thanks!
Never thought I'd be praying for nasties but I'm really hoping that swab has something not really horrible on it! Appt with GP on Friday afternoon to discuss the results of that and next move!

Fingers crossed for you xxx

 

[bevhunter1986]

Shirleen am sorry to hear you are worried.

I've had so many bouts of tonsillitis I've lost count. I lost my voice this week coz of it and a cold so I understand the frustration part.

As for the doc I wish mine would refer me!! Coz mine just fob me right off and I swear I should of had them out years ago.

You know it's just precaution and I'm sure it'll be fine xxxx

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[Korrigan]

Oddly enough I had my first bout of tonsillitis for years earlier this month and its taking me ages to get well. Still coughing and wheezing like a consumptive on 80 a day!

I know it must be very scary but the fact your GP is an ENT specialist is a huge plus. The earlier these things can be looked at the better.

Fingers crossed xx

 

[Kron]

Sorry to hear your news x
Its going to seem like a long wait til Friday and i know its impossible not to think about it so i hope the week flies by for you. It must be a very stressing time

 

[kingleds]

Am jUst back online after a night away Shirleen. I wanted to say fingers crossed & am thinking about you xxx

And - love love LOVE the new Avatar!

 

[JezVonSavage]

Am jUst back online after a night away Shirleen. I wanted to say fingers crossed & am thinking about you xxx

And - love love LOVE the new Avatar!

I was going to ask where you had been! It seems 24 hours translates to 3 weeks in forum time.

 

[kingleds]

Been on a dirty weekend with hubby