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CLL - newly diagnosed

Blood Cancers & Disorders | Last Active: Aug 2 11:42am | Replies (117)

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@colleenyoung

@dpfohl1, how was your diagnosis of CLL discovered? I assume that since you are asymptomatic, your treatment plan is active surveillance. Is that correct? How are you doing?

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Hi Colleen. I’m doing well. It’s still hard to grasp as otherwise I’m a very healthy individual. I did seek a 2nd opinion at MD Anderson and glad I did. He did further testing to include a bone marrow aspiration and biopsy. He wants my blood drawn monthly instead of every 3 months for now. I am considered stage 1 due to slight swelling in lymph nodes on my neck. I am asymptomatic and feeling good. Just trying to learn how to accept it and move forward without fear.
I have a wonderful support system with my husband, grown boys and friends which definitely helps.