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August 14, 2025
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A MyLeukemiaTeam Member

Thank you!

August 15, 2025
A MyLeukemiaTeam Member

My degree is Health Physics which means radiation safety. Basically any radiation which can kill a living cell can kill all living cells. Those treatments with chemo is a chemical that kills both good and bad cells which is defined as "toxic" chemical. The cell sorting his not developed good enough to zap bad cells and avoid good cells. Plus the dead cells floating in the veins would cause another problem of how to get rid of all the dead cells? Our problem is the cells coming to life in our bones and then attacking good cells in the body.

August 14, 2025
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Radiation therapy can be an effective treatment option for certain CLL symptoms, particularly when dealing with:

• Enlarged lymph nodes
• Enlarged spleen (splenomegaly)
• Enlarged liver (hepatomegaly)

These treatments are typically considered after trying other treatments like chemotherapy first. Radiation is often used Show Full Answer

Radiation therapy can be an effective treatment option for certain CLL symptoms, particularly when dealing with:

• Enlarged lymph nodes
• Enlarged spleen (splenomegaly)
• Enlarged liver (hepatomegaly)

These treatments are typically considered after trying other treatments like chemotherapy first. Radiation is often used as a targeted approach to provide symptom relief and improve quality of life. While radiation therapy can be helpful for specific symptoms, it's important to note that it's not typically used as a primary treatment for CLL. Treatment decisions should be based on various factors including:

• Your age and overall health
• Genetic biomarkers in your cancer cells
• Blood test results
• Disease progression

It's recommended to discuss treatment options with your oncology specialist to determine the most appropriate approach for your specific situation.

August 14, 2025

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