Deleted picture. Then changed mind. Do I need to upload again?

I’m using classic. I fixed a typo and clicked Publish. Then, I considered turning a “statement” into a multiple choice. I deleted a photo I had in the “statement” to make room. Then, I reconsidered and turned it back to a statement. I DID NOT CLICK PUBLISH.  I hoped my photo would return.  I logged out and back in. The photo did not return. I tried to upload the same photo and saw a message asking me if I wanted to replace the existing photo ...which, makes me believe my original photo is still there. I logged out and logged in. My original photo is still NOT there. I have still not clicked publish. When will the photo reappear (or will it reappear)?  I don’t want to try any other adjustments that might require me to click “Publish” without having an answer to this.  You’d think this would be something easily found in “help”.