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Hi @sveta25. If symptoms change, such as noticing a dramatic, continued weight loss, it’s certainly ok to make a call to your husband’s hematologist. I know this is a period of such uncertainty for both of you, as though you’ve had the rug pulled out from under you and now what?

I still think, for your peace of mind and to get some more definitive answers, call the hemo/oncol to have a consultation. A good source is the oncology PA or NP with your husband’s treatment center. They’re well educated professionals and often are more available, able spend more time answering questions in case an appt with the doctor is further out. The PA or NP, in turn, report to the doctor. I think you’d feel
better having spoken with someone, to feel that you’re being heard and concerns are addressed.

Maybe since the last actual face to face with the doctor /NP your husband’s condition has changed to where treatment is now a consideration. Blood work isn’t the only evaluation tool. Seeing the patient in person is part of the whole picture of a diagnosis. So it may be time for that visit.
When was his last actual visit with his medical team…not just labs?

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His last visit with doctor was at the Moffitt ( for second opinion) last November, his blood test was on December 4, his last test showed WBC 127, since 12/04 to 12/11 he lost 3 lb, something is really going on and I think Watch and Wait approach is not working. His appointment with oncologist hematologist is in Jan. but I am afraid to wait another three weeks.