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Knoxville, TN

I have swelling in both arms. Right at the bend interior forearm. The left is bigger than the right but both noticeable. No pain, just concerning. Called doctor and said to “watch it” for a couple of days and call back if I need to. Has anyone had this? I am still on watch and wait and no other real noticeable symptoms with the exception of fatigue. Never had any lymph node swelling, not even sure that is what it is. Doctor said doubtful in both arms and ask if I had lifted something heavy. I… read more

February 7, 2023
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A MyLeukemiaTeam Member

Nothing I hate more than a doctor who says, we will keep an eye on it.

February 21, 2023
A MyLeukemiaTeam Member

Wow Denis, thanks for sharing. I see the cardiologist at the end of the month. I have a heart defect, bicuspid heart valve that at present has presented no problems. So, looks like I need to have a conversation and do some true self advocacy. Hopefully, this appointment will be as positive as the one last year. Again, thank you all so much for sharing. We are in this together and I will continue to pray for each of you, 🧡

February 8, 2023
A MyLeukemiaTeam Member

Yes I had that kind of soft tissue swelling more noticeably at my right elbow when I was on watch an wait still. At that time I was having a lot of paloable lymph node swelling on the right side of my neck and armpit. They were noticeable just looking at myself in the mirror. Try here are also a few lymph nodes in the elbow area so it just stands to reason that the lymph nodes located further down the arm will be affected as well. The nodes all drain back up the arm to the general circulation so if there is a backup of the ones at the shoulder level it will affect the ones further down the arm as well. For me it was more noticeable on the right side and not so much on the left side. This has disappeared since starting treatments and the lymph nodes in the neck area and armpit are now back to their normal size. Hope this helps.

February 10, 2023
MyLeukemiaTeam

Swelling in the arms can be related to swollen lymph nodes, which is a symptom of Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL). Here are some key points:

- Swollen Lymph Nodes: In CLL, lymph nodes may become enlarged and feel like hard lumps. This can occur in the armpits, neck, or groin
- Symptoms: Swollen lymph nodes are often Show Full Answer

Swelling in the arms can be related to swollen lymph nodes, which is a symptom of Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL). Here are some key points:

- Swollen Lymph Nodes: In CLL, lymph nodes may become enlarged and feel like hard lumps. This can occur in the armpits, neck, or groin.
- Symptoms: Swollen lymph nodes are often noticed in more advanced stages of CLL and can cause discomfort or pain.

If you notice any unusual swelling, it's important to consult your doctor for proper diagnosis and management.

July 31, 2024
A MyLeukemiaTeam Member

The only symptom that I am aware that I have been dealing with is night sweats that happen periodically and then they happen two or three times in one week, and then don’t occur again for a couple months.
I will be praying for your healing

February 8, 2023

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