Need support

Good Morning! I'm reaching out to see if anyone has had a similiar situation. I saw an ENT last week and he noticed that the lymphoid tissue on my tongue (fleshy lumps we all have on the back of our tongues) is asymmetrical. Meaning it's fleshier and slightly larger in my left side. He felt it and said it felt soft which he said was good. He said he's not overly concerned because I'm a non smoker. But he wants to see me back in 6 weeks for a follow and possible biopsy. I have terrible health anxiety so this is freaking me out!!!! I can't stop checking my tongue in the mirror to see if it's getting bigger!!! I'm trying to remember if it's always looked like that! Gahhhh going nutso I can't stop worrying about it. I'm convinced I have oral cancer or lymphoma. On top of all this work has been super stressful. I'm feeling scared and overwhelmed by it all this morning. Just looking for understanding and reassurance. Thank you❤️

Hi BWB,

Waiting on things such as this can be really hard! :(

However I think if your doctor was truly concerned, he would already have had you in for further evaluation.

I think that the follow up in a week is simply for being extra thorough in monitoring your health.

Use this mantra...I have found it helpful when worrying about something in the future I have to wait out.

"It is not time to worry about that now."

You may have a few days until your next appointment...but you don't have to spend it in fear. Tell yourself that everything will be fine, and distract yourself so your mind stays busy with something besides worry.:)

S.C.

many healing thoughts. here for ya.