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Neck Pain After Wine Reveals Rare Blood Cancer
28 Jan
Summary
- Neck pain after drinking wine was a rare symptom leading to cancer diagnosis.
- The diagnosis was Stage 2 Hodgkin lymphoma, affecting lymph nodes.
- Chemotherapy began in November as the mother fights for her children.
A 28-year-old mother of two experienced a rare indicator of serious illness: significant neck pain after consuming wine. This symptom, alongside extreme fatigue and itchy skin, was initially attributed to hormonal shifts post-childbirth. However, the discovery of a hard, immobile lump on her neck in July 2025 prompted medical attention.
Her condition was diagnosed as Stage 2 Hodgkin lymphoma, a type of blood cancer affecting multiple lymph nodes. While pain after drinking alcohol is a recognized, though infrequent, symptom of this lymphoma, it is more commonly linked to the acidity in wine. This rare manifestation led to her chemotherapy treatment commencing in November.
Motivated by the memory of losing her own mother to a blood disorder, she is determined to overcome this temporary challenge. She is focused on her recovery to be present for her children, drawing strength from her family's support and their shared hope for her successful treatment.
