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Can dizziness in the morning, particularly, be a symptom of a progression of CLL?

A MyLeukemiaTeam Member asked a question 💭
Appleton, WI

Husband diagnosed a year ago, no symptoms, no med needed. He has gained five pounds over the winter, (unusual for him) and recently had bouts of vertigo upon rising in the morning. Continues to walk about three miles daily.

April 13
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A MyLeukemiaTeam Member

I think your feverous system has been affected by your illness. Some people can even have brain fog? Get the assistance you require to resolve your health issue.

April 15
A MyLeukemiaTeam Member

Hi Peg. May or may not be related. I’ve had CLL for 10 yrs, no meds thankfully & have not experienced vertigo. Has he seen & told his regular doctor about it? May want to start there to rule out things like inner ear issues, neck issues, dehydration, anemia, eye issues, etc. I used to live in Appleton a long time ago! Sure it has changed a lot in the past 45 years right?!

April 13
MyLeukemiaTeam

Can dizziness in the morning be a symptom of CLL progression?

Dizziness can be related to CLL, though it's not typically described as happening specifically in the morning. Low red blood cell counts (anemia) from CLL can cause dizziness along with fatigue and shortness of breath.

Since your husband was diagnosed a year Show Full Answer

Can dizziness in the morning be a symptom of CLL progression?

Dizziness can be related to CLL, though it's not typically described as happening specifically in the morning. Low red blood cell counts (anemia) from CLL can cause dizziness along with fatigue and shortness of breath.

Since your husband was diagnosed a year ago without symptoms and hasn't needed treatment, he's likely in an early stage. However, morning vertigo could signal changes worth investigating.

Here are some CLL-related possibilities to discuss with his doctor:

- Anemia from CLL can cause dizziness
- Low blood cell counts may be developing
- The weight gain (unusual for him) could indicate organ enlargement, like an enlarged spleen or liver

It's important to note that morning dizziness and vertigo can have many causes unrelated to CLL. Given his active lifestyle (walking three miles daily), his doctor should evaluate whether this is CLL progression or another issue entirely.

He should contact his healthcare team to report these new symptoms. They may want to check his blood counts and do a physical exam to see if anything has changed since his last visit.

April 13

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