Terrified of Pancreatic Cancer

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Hi All

32 year old female. I will start by saying I have severe health anxiety since having a baby 2 years ago. I started having back pain in my left shoulder about a month ago. Pain would sometimes radiate down my arm and across my chest and neck. I am heavy chested so I am used to having some back pain. The rest I assumed was from carrying around my very heavy toddler. Also about a month ago I noticed what I assume now is steatorrhea occasionally after a bowel movement. Sometimes I feel like I need to go to the bathroom but only mucus like substance comes out. Also for the last week or so I have been experiencing pain in my lower back under my rib cage and sometimes in the front as well. Again, thinking this may be from repetitive strain. Last night I had loose stool again followed by the muscus like substance. I have not had much of an appetite either but unsure if this is from anxiety or something else. i have also noticed more burping lately with or without eating I am seeing my doctor in a couple days but wondering it anyone has any words of encouragement as I have myself drove insane from researching and worrying and fearing the absolute worst

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    Hi, it's scary not knowing what is going on, I'm in the same situation with my husband.

    Always advocate for yourself, you know yourself better.

    I keep telling myself, one day at a time and that all of our worrying won't change the outcome of any test. (he has more test next week)

    I hope you have someone you can talk to, I have a counselor, because I can be more honest and open with her. I can't tell my husband how scared I am.

    Keep us posted and prayers for all.

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