New lump at base of my neck

[Pippasandy]

Morning All,

I was diagnosed with ovarian cancer 4 years ago and have just finished a long course of Paciltaxol only to discover a lump at the base of my neck which Google tells me could be lymphoma.

Has anyone had any experience of such a lump and what was done about it?

I would appreciate any insight as I am surprised, not to mention terrified that such a thing would appear after 5 months of chemotherapy.

Thank you

[Lyndy]

Hi PippesandyI have no experience to share but if you have just finished Taxol then I would encourage you to report it to the chemo team as a possible side effect.

I hope it’s nothing, best of luck, you deserve some time off!xx

[Pippasandy in reply to Lyndy]

Hi Lindy,Thank you for the reply. I have taken your advice and made an appointment with my oncologist..

Thanks again

[thejoannabell]

Definitely let your onc team know. I had a similar experience during frontline treatment. I had a hard, painless lump on the back of my neck. I saw my PCP first and she gave me antibiotics and told me to let my oncology team know. After a day or two of the antibiotics the lump was gone-it must have been some sort of infection.

[Pippasandy]

Hi,Saw my onc. Today and the lump is cancer in the lymph nodes. Cancer has spread a lot because Paclitaxol has stopped working.

Feeling pretty low.

[thejoannabell in reply to Pippasandy]

I'm so sorry to hear that 🙁. As Summergold says, there are lots of treatment options out there, so don't lose hope. That said, I know it is hard to stay positive when you get news like that. I'm wishing you peace and comfort during this time.

[Summergold2]

Oh jeez I am so very sorry to hear the diagnosis. Don’t lose faith I am sure your team is going to get you on the next treatment track. Also check with them to see if you qualify for any trials too

[Pippasandy]

Thanks,it’s good to get support when things seem so bad

[Pianoplayer731021]

Hi, just sending my love and support at this difficult time. Hoping things will go smoothly in another treatment for you. Try and keep the faith, Donna Hugs xx

[Lovedogs41]

Sending hugs stay strong xx

[Mirrorplace]

Wishing you well in whatever treatment they plan to get this sorted. Thinking of you. Stay strong xx