Esophagus issues.... I think... Im freaking out
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Hello everybody I am new to this forum. Currently experiencing high levels of anxiety and I am seeing a pcp doctor tomorrow. I have had heartburn issues for about 10 years now and I have just taken omeprazole on my own and I’ve never seen a doctor about it. There is a sensitive lump just left of my lower sternum that almost feels rubbery. When I swallow hot liquid I can feel a little burning sensation on that spot as it travels down my esophagus. My voice has always been a little raspy and that hasn’t changed. I’ve never had difficulties swallowing but I have recently. But it’s hard to tell if my anxiety is affecting this or not. My throat seems to be OK but when I drink Alka-Seltzer my throat does feel better. My throat is never in pain but feels irritated sometimes kind a like having allergies . I do burp after I eat or drink something. My hope is that I do not have cancer. Can a hernia feel like the lump I described earlier in this paragraph? I’m really hoping it’s a hernia or something that’s not cancer. But I am very alarmed as when I drink hot liquid I can feel it on that spot where the lump is near.
Much Love and thanks for any help 😁
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chandra57367 derek66098
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Chandra
Thank you for you words of encouragement! Trying hard to cope with my anxiety 😁... seeing a PCP doc tomorrow. I’ll keep positives vibes for your throat 👍
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clarissa42245 derek66098
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derek66098 clarissa42245
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Hoping its a hernia and not cancer 😔.. sucks about your IBS ... that sounds tough.... how long have you had the hernia? Feels like ive had this bump for two years now
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Bori derek66098
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Derek, go see your doctor and in the meantime you can take magnesium tablets or apple cider vinegar with the mother. See if that helps while you wait for your dr. appt. Don't hesitate !