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Anyone have Kidney cancer after CLL diagnosis?

A MyLeukemiaTeam Member asked a question 💭
Royal Palm Beach, FL
February 18
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A MyLeukemiaTeam Member

Those excess WBC do attack health or sick cells which can cause enough damage to cause cancer.

February 19
A MyLeukemiaTeam Member

I agree, I had Squamous & Basel cell carcinomas show up after CLL.

February 18
A MyLeukemiaTeam Member

I got Breast cancer after CLL ..it's pretty normal for us to get a number 2 cancer...it comes in twos

February 18
MyLeukemiaTeam

Has anyone developed kidney cancer after being diagnosed with CLL?

People with CLL do have an increased risk of developing second cancers compared to those who haven't had CLL. However, kidney cancer isn't specifically mentioned among the most common secondary cancers associated with CLL.

The secondary cancers more Show Full Answer

Has anyone developed kidney cancer after being diagnosed with CLL?

People with CLL do have an increased risk of developing second cancers compared to those who haven't had CLL. However, kidney cancer isn't specifically mentioned among the most common secondary cancers associated with CLL.

The secondary cancers more commonly linked to CLL include:
* Lung cancer
* Colon cancer
* Skin cancers (including melanoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and basal cell carcinoma)
* Cancer of the larynx (voice box)
* Soft tissue sarcoma
* Kaposi sarcoma

CLL and its treatments can weaken the immune system, which contributes to this increased cancer risk. Not everyone with CLL will develop a second cancer, but it's important to stay vigilant with regular check-ups and screenings.

If you're concerned about kidney cancer or any new symptoms, it's essential to discuss them with your healthcare team. They can evaluate your individual risk factors and recommend appropriate monitoring.

February 18

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