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He is considered stage 4, but is not receiving treatment yet. He has balance issues, is very thin and tires easily. He recently was diagnosed with bronchitis and finished the prednizone and antibiotics. His cough is still there though. This is all new to us.

November 1, 2025
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A MyLeukemiaTeam Member

No, I have never just started vomiting. I hope you went to the doctor to see what’s up. It could be so many things. 😑. How he fella better soon!

November 12, 2025
A MyLeukemiaTeam Member

My first sign that I had CLL was vomiting? I think at stage 4 a person should be on medication to control those bad cells? I requested medication at stage 0 when I had 75,000 white blood cells. There had to be a bad reason why medication was not provided at stage 2 or 3? You need a good explanation for the medical people for documentation to explain why medication was not provided a long time ago. You need answers to some good questions regarding why the health of a person was not provided medication to prevent stage 4?

November 1, 2025
A MyLeukemiaTeam Member

Thank you for your reply. We're still learning and will talk with his Oncologist.

November 12, 2025
MyLeukemiaTeam

Is sudden vomiting common with untreated stage 4 CLL?

Sudden vomiting without warning isn't a typical early symptom of CLL itself, even at stage 4. While nausea and vomiting can occur with leukemia, they're more commonly associated with treatment side effects rather than the disease alone.

Given your husband's recent Show Full Answer

Is sudden vomiting common with untreated stage 4 CLL?

Sudden vomiting without warning isn't a typical early symptom of CLL itself, even at stage 4. While nausea and vomiting can occur with leukemia, they're more commonly associated with treatment side effects rather than the disease alone.

Given your husband's recent bronchitis, lingering cough, and the combination of symptoms he's experiencing (balance issues, weight loss, extreme fatigue), it's important to contact his healthcare team right away. These could indicate:

* A persistent or new infection (people with CLL have weakened immune systems)
* Complications from the recent illness
* Other issues that need medical evaluation

Stage 4 CLL can cause symptoms like fatigue, shortness of breath, and weight loss due to low blood cell counts and enlarged organs. However, sudden vomiting warrants immediate attention to rule out infection or other complications. What should you do next?

Contact his doctor today or seek urgent care if the vomiting continues or he develops fever, severe abdominal pain, or worsening symptoms. With CLL, infections can become serious quickly if untreated, and his recent bronchitis may not be fully resolved despite finishing antibiotics.

A MyLeukemiaTeam member shared similar concerns: "I've noticed some weight loss. Needless to say, I'm scared." You're not alone in navigating these frightening moments, and getting medical guidance quickly is the right step.

November 1, 2025
A MyLeukemiaTeam Member

I vomited for 2 days without a temperature and the blood test indicated 19,000 WBC. I was told I had CLL.......

November 12, 2025

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