Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who treats Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia(CLL) patients?

A Haematologist can treat the condition. Sometimes it is a hematologist with a specicial interest in oncology.

2. Can CLL be cured?

CLL is not curable but it can be treated and managed effectively. Many people with CLL are leading normal and useful lives.

3. When should treatment start?

The early-stage patients are not treated while it should start immediately in patients with advanced disease.

4. Are complementary therapies available for CLL?

So far there are no proven complementary therapies available. However, some patients do find solace in some forms of alternative medicines.

5. Is vit C advisable?

Vit C is recommended to prevent malignancy. For those who are already affected, stick to the basic recommended dose.

6. Do the patients need to be on a diet?

It is advisable for the patients to avoid uncooked food and certain dairy products. They may also benefit by limiting commercial food.

Published on Mar 05, 2016
Last Updated on Jun 22, 2016

JLD1948 Wednesday, August 22, 2018

Can hyperbaric oxygen therapy be used to treat CLL ?? My Dad is 92 and mild diabetic. He was holding his own until a lymph gland swelled up under his arm; they did radiation; the tumor burst and is now an open wound under his arm. They are doing wound care; three times per week; but it is extremely painful for him. I know that the Hyperbaric treatments are beneficial for numerous wounds and ailments. Could it possibly be beneficial to heal this open would under his arm ?

jen71 Wednesday, July 4, 2012

My dad has been just diagnosed with cll. He is 65 yrs old, a smoker for about 50yrs. now. He said he has not felt right for about 4-5yrs. said he knew something was wrong. His white blood cell count is 280,000 and still fighting shingles. What is his prognosis?

dazedandconfused Monday, April 23, 2012

I'm 48 years old and have had 7 heart attacks in the last 14 years along with 12 stents. Recently I was diagnosed with stage 4 CLL. Can you give me any ideas on life expectancy?

saba_mother Tuesday, July 20, 2010

my mother is diagnosed with CLL, 63 is the count of platelets and 112400 of wbc what are te chances

wanda Tuesday, September 15, 2009

Is CLL hereditary?

John66 Friday, January 11, 2013

Yes, my doctor told me it was. I have CLL and my brother and sister has it.