Question 1

my cbc test is normal, but can i still have cancer?

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Can happen: A patient may have active cancer and yet still have normal blood counts.

Question 2

can your cbc results be normal and you still have a blood cancer?

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Yes: In both multiple myeloma and  lymphoma the CBC can be fairly normal.

Question 3

my wbc is really high its at 19.7 i wasnt sick at my cbc test what besides cancer could make it so high. normal is 3.1-11.1 for my lab so scared?

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Need more informatio: Why did you have your blood test done in the first place? One common cause for high wbc is infection....so we need to know if you feel entirely well or you have any symptoms of any illness like: weakness, tired, weight loss, change in appetite.
Lab errors can  be another cause. So first thing I would recommend is to repeat your blood test and get a complete blood count(CBC). If it is not normal,

Question 4

should i still be concerned an underarm lymphnode is cancer if it moves and hurts, i have normal cbc blood work, and no other symptoms? 2.4cm large

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Watch and wait: You may feel the node every couple of weeks, if the lymph gland doubles in size, becomes painful, ulcerates, or other nodes become enlarged, or you develop fever, or lose weight, you should see a doctor.

Question 5

cbc results = normal wbc except for one type(don't know which one) that is a little elevated - she said it could be caused by acne,scared of cancer!

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Cancer unlikely: If you need further clarification do feel comfortable about discussing the results further with your doctor, it will not be out of line and a proper explanation will help to put you at your ease. take care.

Question 6

i'm 20, light smoker 1 year, scared i got throat cancer. i've had a neck and throat exam, and a cbc, all clean but still have some symptoms. wdy think?

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Not enough: Unfortunately you did not include the most important part, your symptoms. Hard to comment otherwise, but other diagnoses are more likely, given your age. Would still suggest quitting smoking, since that is a predisposing factor.

Question 7

left tonsil swollen - noticed about a year ago (still swollen)- saw ent and primary neither concerned. cbc is normal. when sick it gets much bigger than the other, cancer? i am a non tobacco user. 27

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Less likely it's CA: Cancer is uncommon among young people, non smokers and cancer grows and doesn't subside. Get reassurance from ur ent.   http://www.medicinenet.com/script/main/mobileart.asp?articlekey=261.

Question 8

certain area below right breast hurts if i press, like by the rib kinda. why? cause? no injury. im scared. is it tumor or cancer. normal cbc and cmp

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Why cancer?: In a 19 year old, the most likely cause of tenderness in that area is Costochondritis. This condition occurs due to inflammation of rib cage cartilage between the ribs and sternum. Because costochondritis tends to manifest in the mid-chest area, near the sternum, you may experience pain under the left or right breast. Often goes away on its own. May apply ice or take ibuprofen if bothersome.

Question 9

chest wall mass directly under l collarbone- squishy,non moveable,symmetrical, with a vein on top of it. cbc, l breast, & l axillary u/s all normal.referred to surgeon to remove, should i still be concerned about cancer with normal results so far?

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: The normal blood may mean it is not showing in the blood. It may be a benign mass and it may be biopsied to be certain by various techniques however normal blood and urine tests may not be enough. Normal U/S in the axilla is different from under the collarbone where the mass is. It may be a fat mass but see a surgeon for biopsy.

Question 10

i have gerd,so now i am scared i have esophageal cancer.i have nausea,fullness,etc. all normal blood work(cbc,cmp,tibc,tsh,iron).should i worry.im 19?

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Unlikely: Symptoms you describe may be due to ulcer disease. You should be followed by GI doctor and have periodic endoscopy to evaluate your GERD as well as test for possible ulcer disease. Very unlikely you have esophageal CA at this young age unless had previous caustic exposure like swallowing llye

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My cbc test is normal, but can i still have cancer?

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Can your cbc results be normal and you still have a blood cancer?

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My wbc is really high its at 19.7 i wasnt sick at my cbc test what besides cancer could make it so high. normal is 3.1-11.1 for my lab so scared?

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Should i still be concerned an underarm lymphnode is cancer if it moves and hurts, i have normal cbc blood work, and no other symptoms? 2.4cm large

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Cbc results = normal wbc except for one type(don't know which one) that is a little elevated - she said it could be caused by acne,scared of cancer!

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I'm 20, light smoker 1 year, scared i got throat cancer. i've had a neck and throat exam, and a cbc, all clean but still have some symptoms. wdy think?

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Left tonsil swollen - noticed about a year ago (still swollen)- saw ent and primary neither concerned. cbc is normal. when sick it gets much bigger than the other, cancer? i am a non tobacco user. 27

A member asked:

Certain area below right breast hurts if i press, like by the rib kinda. why? cause? no injury. im scared. is it tumor or cancer. normal cbc and cmp

A member asked:

Chest wall mass directly under l collarbone- squishy,non moveable,symmetrical, with a vein on top of it. cbc, l breast, & l axillary u/s all normal.referred to surgeon to remove, should i still be concerned about cancer with normal results so far?

A member asked:

I have gerd,so now i am scared i have esophageal cancer.i have nausea,fullness,etc. all normal blood work(cbc,cmp,tibc,tsh,iron).should i worry.im 19?

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