Signs and symptoms
posted by led28
27 October 2024

Worrying symptoms!?

Last reply: 29 October 2024 11:07

Hi. I have been experiencing a lot of worrying symptoms lately and would like some advice. My periods have been very irregular (spotting and lasting over a week), I have been bleeding during and after sex with some pain and large clots, I have no appetite and feel full after eating a small amount, my belly is very large, swollen and hard and looks like I'm pregnant, I have localised pain in my left abdomen, back and pelvic area, I feel tired all the time but find it difficult to sleep, no energy, I feel dizzy a lot and have blind spots and blurred vision sometimes, I have a pain in the back of my neck, I have a new cough that has lasted over 8 weeks, difficulty breathing, tight feeling in my chest, pain in my stomach when I cough. I have an appointment with my GP in a few days to discuss these symptoms but I'm wondering are these symptoms very serious and need urgent emergency attention? If anyone could offer me some advice I would really appreciate it. Thank you. Love and blessings to all.

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commented by Cancer Nurse
29 October 2024

29 October 2024 11:07

Dear led28.

Thank you for posting on our online community forum. I am very sorry to read about the symptoms you are experiencing. This must be a very worrying time for you, so I am glad that you have reached out for support.

You have done the right thing by making an appointment with your GP. If is very important that you inform your GP of all the symptoms you are experiencing, so that they have a clear picture of what is going on. Your GP will then refer you for further assessment if necessary.

If you would like to speak to one of the nurses, please call our support line. Our number is 1800 200 700 and we are here Monday-Friday, from 0900-1700.

Kind regards,

Cancer Nurse

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