Chronic Lymphocytic Leukeamia (CLL)

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Symptoms of chronic lymphocytic leukaemia (CLL)

CLL tends to progress slowly and many people with CLL may not experience symptoms for years. Symptoms of CLL can also be linked to many other conditions, making it difficult to self-detect the disease without proper testing.

The most common symptoms include:

Frequent infections
Anaemia: persistent tiredness, shortness of breath, and pale skin
Weight loss
Night sweat
Fever
Bleeding and bruising more easily than normal
Abdominal swelling and discomfort
Swollen glands in in the neck, armpits, and groin

CLL is often detected during routine check-ups and blood tests for other health problems, as the cancerous cells can be easily detected in the blood.²

Unlike bowel or breast cancer, it’s not common practice to routinely screen for CLL, but it is important to contact your doctor as soon as you experience any of the mentioned symptoms or any other changes in your health.

References

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Méjécase C et al. Ther Adv Ophthalmol. 2020; 12:1S28.

Symptoms of chronic lymphocytic leukaemia (CLL)

CLL tends to progress slowly and many people with CLL may not experience symptoms for years. Symptoms of CLL can also be linked to many other conditions, making it difficult to self-detect the disease without proper testing.[1]

References

CLL tends to progress slowly and many people with CLL may not experience symptoms for years. Symptoms of CLL can also be linked to many other conditions, making it difficult to self-detect the disease without proper testing.