One day after My diagnosis

Yesterday I was diagnosed with lymphoma. I think I spent the day in denial. I thought today I would start writing my thoughts.

In April I noticed a lump on my neck under my chin right hand side. We are conditioned to react to lumps and went to see a GP who referred me for an ultrasound scan. The results indicated a lump. I pushed a bit more and managed to get another referral. The guys at the hospital took it more seriously. I had all the tests, ct scan, mri, guided ultrasound needle biopsy. I have two lumps now and one of them will be removed to do a thorough biopsy. This will determine the type of lymphoma and dictate the treatment.

I am going to carry on as normal. I told the people at work (to avoid any rumours) and even contacted my estranged (more than 10 years) children. My eldest who has just completed 5 years at medical school wants to know more.

I am waiting for notification of the operation to remove the lump and reading about it. My wife was up in the night reading about chemotherapy.

I am feeling positive.