← Return to CLL leukemia: Just diagnosed, what can be done?

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Hello @dorphy82, Welcome to Mayo Connect…as you can see you’re not alone in your journey with CLL. We have several members who are along the same path with you.
Our forum is made up of members just like you who come together for support and encouragement, so we can’t diagnose or offer treatments.

The Mabthera you were taking appears to be the standard treatment for CLL in Europe so I’m not sure why your doctor has delayed the therapy. It may be something as simple as a rest period to allow your side effects to subside.

Have you been able to ask your doctor why there is a delay?

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Thank you for your response and support Lori. My oncologist simply admitted she does not know what treatment to pursue that will help me ...... I will start leukeran in July (which I also had in 2014), if that doesn't help, will try chemo and finally radiation. I am very active physically, the only symptom at present is a swollen abdomen. I do not expect a further diagnosis or treatment suggestion, simply would appreciate knowing what other members have tried with success ..... i.e. in 2014 I went on an extreme health regime taking Barleygreen, ginger, curcumin and fresh juices, etc but find the juicing time-consuming ......thanks again for your prompt response! Have a good day!