Lump or rib bone. Anxiety attack :(

Hello guys I'm new to this forum and i'm effected by anxiety too much recently. So let's go to my symptom. I'm 20, Male, Non Smoker. Recently i notice something is rising under my first Rib bone, i dont know if that is my rib bone or a lump ( scared if it's a lymph node ). I'm afraid that i have Lymphoma that make me worry very much recent days. I went to 2 doctor and they tell me that is just my rib but the right one is bigger than the left one. I had a CT scan last year and it showed all normal. Here is the picture where i can feel the lump
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Hi RO and welcome!

I am sorry that you are experiencing this worry regarding your health currently. Anxiety can certainly cause catastrophic thinking and allow our imaginations to run wild with worst case scenarios.

However, the fact is that you have been checked out by two doctors who are not concerned, and in fact have told you that all is normal and well. This is good news!

The tough part is believing this in spite of the anxiety trying to tell you otherwise!

In our Resources at the top of the main forum page here, you'll find self help for health anxiety. The links and book suggestions should be helpful in starting to deal with this fear. We also have help for lowering anxiety in general, which will in turn help your health worries as well.

If you find that you are still struggling...then talking to your doctor about an anxiety management plan should be your next step.

Wishing you progress and relief. Post with us anytime.

Scaredy Cat

I have very high health anxiety as well. It definitely helps me when my Dr. tells me everything is alright. I would take comfort in that. Try not to listen to the what ifs. I know its hard with anxiety to be trusting sometimes with all the what ifs running through the mind, but try to be trusting.