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Chronic lymphocytic leukemia is a malignancy (cancer) of the white blood cells (lymphocytes) characterized by a slow, progressive increase of these cells in the blood and the bone marrow. |
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Symptoms
Enlarged lymph nodes, liver, or spleen; Fatigue; Abnormal bruising (occurs late in the disease; Excessive sweating, n...
Causes
Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) causes a slow increase in the number of B lymphocytes in the bone marrow. The canc...
Tests
Patients with CLL have a higher-than-normal white blood cell count. Tests to diagnose CLL include: CBC; Flow cytometr...
Treatments
Early stage disease often requires no specific treatment, but it is important to be closely monitored by your doctor....
Drugs
Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) is a cancer of white blood cells. In CLL, mature white blood cells of certain type...
Alternative Therapies
The stress of illness may be eased by joining a support group whose members share common experiences and problems.
Complications
Hypogammaglobulinemia (reduced levels of antibodies) - increases the risk of infection; Other cancer; Side effects of...
Prevention
Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) is a cancer of white blood cells. In CLL, mature white blood cells of certain type...
Doctor Specialties
Call health care provider if you develop enlarged lymph nodes or unexplained fatigue, bruising, excessive sweating, o...
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