Beside myself with worry ;-(

[Bextar]

Hello to all, Im very new, have been reading this site for a little while and figured that as you are all very kind and helpful that I would like to share a concern with you.

After my doc prescribing me Fluoxetine for post-natal depression back in the spring, I noticed that my tongue was really dry and i was constantly having to drink water to wet my mouth. THEN I noticed a small white patch, almost like an outline of something on my tongue, half way up and left of the centre. Went to the docs Easter week and he said nothing to worry about, use some oral gel to treat as thrush. Thought nothing more.

Few months later started to bother me again, as its kinda rough feeling. Went back gave my nystatin again to treat as thrush.

Googled white patch tongue, biggest mistake ever. Back to docs because now very worried about it being cancer. Hes refferred me to Maxillo-Facial at hospital. My appt is 1 wk today. I am beside myself with worry, making myself go into panic attacks, feel sick and generally very down, could cry at any point.

The more I read up on the net the worse my symptoms become. I now have an uncomfortable feeling tongue, aching pain in both ears and a different feeling when it comes to swallowing.

I dont want to burden my family with the worry of me worrying, if you know what I mean. I have a 1 1/2 yr old little boy and just want to be well for him.

Thanks for your time x

[PanicOver!!]

Hi

First DONT Google symptoms as you only seem to find the bad bits

second i have neen on Fluoxatine for a while and have a dry mouth and lump when swallowing and pains or sensations in both ears..

i have had these symptoms for years so please try not to worry it is probably nothing.. its always best to get these things checked out but it far far more likely to be nothing

Good luxk x

[Bextar]

Thanks Marc,

Its so easy to get wrapped up in 'Google diagnosis' that I convince myself Im dying very very easily.

This patch I have hasnt bothered me really since Easter time, but now because Im worrying, I feel pain etc in my tongue.

I just hope I'm ok and have something thats not life threatening so I can just get on with my life and enjoy my little boy.

Thanks again

Becci

[PanicOver!!]

Hi Becci

Im sure you will be fine

you are not alone it is natural to fear the worst but it rarely happens x

[Cell block H fan]

Thanks Marc,

Its so easy to get wrapped up in 'Google diagnosis' that I convince myself Im dying very very easily.

This patch I have hasnt bothered me really since Easter time, but now because Im worrying, I feel pain etc in my tongue.

I just hope I'm ok and have something thats not life threatening so I can just get on with my life and enjoy my little boy.

Thanks again

Becci

My mums had the tongue thing, I did post on here about it a couple of weeks ago, but had no replies. She's got to go to the hospital about it. Same thing, white patch, hers went when she was given stuff before, then it came back again, but this time didn't go. So the dentist said she needs to go to the hospital. She has never smoked & doesn't drink, so I'm pretty sure its nothing serious. The dentist thinks it might be an allergy? I am sure she's not on any meds though, but yours could be to do with yours? Sounds like it coincides with those tablets your on? My mum does has false teeth though, so could be that maybe.
When are you at the hospital? Lets us know how you get on.

[Bextar]

Hiya,

Thanks for your advice, I stopped my meds soon after it appeared on my tongue, for this reason and because I think I reacted badly to them. The rest of my tongue has a white coating, so Im hoping the two are connected.

Im at the hospital next Monday 2nd. Shockingly worried and just hoping for a positive outcome.

x

[Bextar]

Well, last time I went to the docs in Oct I was told it was nothing to worry about, except, I have now found another patch towards the back of my tongue on the right. :weep:

Went back to the docs and he reassured me it wasnt cancer but has referred me back to the maxillofacial clinic and my appt is this coming monday.... i am panicking like you wouldnt believe.

When I am feeling low my ears hurt and have really bad sinus pain. I am also suffering from what I believe to be post-nasal drip. Does anyone think it could be oral cancer??

Please help me?????? xxx

[Starscream]

Bextar,

Click on my user ID and look at all my previous threads or posts.

90% of them are mouth and tongue related.

Right now I have a mouth ulcer, again, at the top of my gums.

I have a huge red patch on my tongue as well.

Everything that is wrong with me mostly goes to my mouth.

I can't handle it anymore and just want to end everything.

[Bextar]

Its just so worrying isnt it. The first patch I have is still there, not changed or anything.

But this new one I have found is slightly raised and I'm sure its making my tongue feel uncomfortable.

I'm praying that it isn't tongue cancer.

Just want to get past this and move on with my life. :shrug:

[caroline the artist]

I have had the same panic with white areas in my mouth / on my tongue , on one occasion I insisted on seeing the doctor the same day even though they had no appointments left. Thought the same dreadful things as you after looking at google. I still get white patches in my mouth sometimes, but doc has assured me there is nothing sinister in them. My health anxiety has increased hugely since having children, so I understand what you are feeling.

[Bextar]

Thanks for your kind reply.

The patch has kind of calmed down but I am still left with this uncomfortable tongue feeling. My ears always feel full and i have a pain in my neck where I can feel a small gland.

Im so scared about Monday. :weep:

[scjj]

Hi Bex,
I understand 100% how you feel. The anxiety overwhelms all your time and thinking i find, I have an appt,(routine) to get 2 moles checked because i am paranoid about them I know how it feels. After suffering 11yrs with anxiety i too am still trying to see how i can get rid of this negative thinking pattern.

I know how you feel, i have to wait 2 weeks for my appt. The only thing i try to keep saying to myself is 'what will be, will be'

Take care x

[Bextar]

Well Oral Surgeon/Specialist took one look at the patches in my mouth and asked have I bit my tongue at all. Not one bit concerned he asked would I like them biopsied to put my own mind at rest, to which my fiance replied yes she would, as he is sick of me worrying. Biopsy is booked for 6 weeks time! 6 weeks! Whereas little old man in front of me in waiting room was given an emergency appt for biopsy within 3 days.

Since my appt I have felt like a weight has been lifted. My ears havent bothered me, my tongue doesnt feel swollen anymore and my concentration has been excellent. I have had the best week of my life with my 19month old little boy. Been able to sit and play with him, build towers oout of blocks and let myself enjoy being a mum, without worrying over anything.

I feel great. I am expecting good results of the biopsy because of his general dis-concern at the appt. Please dont fret over things, get them checked out and get on with your healthy life.

xxxxxxxxxx