Welcome to Connect @licketysplit. Chronic Lymphatic Leukemia or CLL is generally a slowly developing blood condition and you may not have symptoms for many years. However it is a type of cancer that attacks white blood cells, affecting your body’s ability to fight off infection. So it is always a good idea to take extra precautions to avoid exposure to illnesses, especially Covid, RSV, and the flu.

If you haven’t already it’s a really good idea to make sure your vaccinations are up to date.
I’m immunocompromised and always wear a mask when I’m in stores or areas where there are groups of people, in elevators, theaters, etc. Avoidance of exposure and frequent hand washing/hand sanitizers are really important.

Here are some links from trusted sources for you to read up on CLL. Knowledge is power but the sources can matter. Avoiding Dr Google is probably the best advice. ☺️

~CLL Can Leave You Immunocompromised. Here’s How to Manage
https://www.healthline.com/health/cll/cll-immunocompromised

~This is comprehensive guide to CLL from:
Verywellhealth.com
https://www.verywellhealth.com/chronic-lymphocytic-leukemia-7551732

~Living with CLL from Cllcancer.com
https://www.cllcancer.com/living-with-cll?segid=clldxpre1li&cid=ppc_ppd_cll_dsa_bing_01026&&msclkid=11a10aad0c1a1283b4aa6f8130ee9a9e&gclid=11a10aad0c1a1283b4aa6f8130ee9a9e&gclsrc=3p.ds

Were you having symptoms that led to your diagnosis or was this discovered with a routine exam? Has your doctor discussion treatment options or are you in an active surveillance stage?