Can you update us on how you're doing? I am 62 and was diagnosed with CLL 3 wks ago. WBC is at 20. Little anemic too. My flow analysis shows a positive CD38 result which my doctor didn't like. No symptoms yet. Wait and watch is what he advised. My lymphs is at 74%. I am in Arkansas and am wondering if I need to be getting a second opinion in a larger city.
Any advise/suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
What did your Dr say? I have CLL too, have had it for 12 years. My levels have gone up and down, spiking every couple of years. If he is not concerned you should be ok, I would talk it over with your Dr if nothing more than to settle your nerves. It is very stressful having CLL, not knowing when or if you will take a turn for the worse. I have done pretty good until a couple years ago and I started feeling fatigued all the time. I'm pretty anemic. But the doc doesn't recommend treatment yet. It's very frustrating when you have a big weekend planned and have to stay in bed because you just don't have the energy to do anything. I would recommend a psychologist too. It's easy to get depressed with this disease hanging over your head all the time and feeling tired. Sorry to hear of your diagnosis and best of luck!