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Ocala, FL
December 24, 2022
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Members discussed whether fatigue is normal with CLL while on watch and wait, and the overwhelming consensus was that yes, fatigue is a very... Read more

Members discussed whether fatigue is normal with CLL while on watch and wait, and the overwhelming consensus was that yes, fatigue is a very common part of living with CLL. Several members shared personal strategies for managing low energy, including staying active, taking short naps, eating plant-based whole foods, reducing sugar and caffeine, and switching to green tea for a gentler energy boost. A recurring theme was learning to accept fatigue as a new normal, giving oneself grace on hard days, and leaning on faith and community for strength.

A MyLeukemiaTeam Member

Almost twelve year battle so far. I will be starting a study treatment anytime now. Hopefully the treatments will put me in remission once again. God has got this for me.

February 9, 2023
A MyLeukemiaTeam Member

yes it feel's like you just can't stay awake. I feel better with a little nap. Before C.L.L. I never could take a nap during the day. a year in W. & W. at 69 years old. wishing you blessings.

February 7, 2023
A MyLeukemiaTeam Member

Based on my limited experience, I think fatigue is normal with CLL.

August 13, 2023
A MyLeukemiaTeam Member

I was diagnosed in 2015 and did wait and watch for 6 months but counts kept going up. So I started immunotherapy with Rituxan. Every week for 8 weeks. I was tired but ran my own small business, thankfully with some help. After 4 months I did another Roy d of Rituxan for 6 weeks. That gave me 6 months of relief and remission. It was short lived and then I started 6 months of Rituxan/ Bendamustine and Neulasta once a month for 6 months. Got 2.5 years of remission!
Based on my B cell testing I started Imbruvica once a day. Am thankful it’s covered by insurance and I’ve felt so good while taking it. Got most of my energy back too and I’m 74 almost 75

April 30, 2023
A MyLeukemiaTeam Member

Yes it is one of the main issues. Sometimes I get so tired I fall asleep sitting up ! It comes in waves I have found . I am turning 64 in 2 days 😳

January 18, 2024

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