I think the first one was a sore throat that was very sore but went away quickly. I now think that was an EBV infection. (Not everyone with EBV proceeds to cancer).

Next symptom was itchy skin. Treated for allergies. Told to change my soap powder, get rid of my dog, buy a fancy vacuum cleaner, go on an exclusion diet, give up gluten, fruit, nuts, milk etc, etc.

Next symptom. Tiredness. Treated for depression. Suggested post viral fatigue. M.E.

Finally (3 years from onset of itchy skin). Lump like a grape in my throat. Treated as infection with antibiotics.

Finally, finally, finally, referred (not an urgent referral) to hospital. Young doctor knew right away…..

Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. Lucky for me, low grade, indolent, successfully treated.