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My husband seems to have sudden onset of benign paroxysmal positional vertigo. Has CLL , no medication yet. Should I seek medical intervent?

A MyLeukemiaTeam Member asked a question 💭
Appleton, WI
August 4
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A MyLeukemiaTeam Member

Hi Peg. I’ve had CLL for 10 yrs & have not experienced vertigo from CLL. I have, however, experienced it due to severe stenosis in my neck. Would call your primary care doctor & get an appointment to rule out various things that also cause vertigo(inner ear issues, neck, etc).

August 4
A MyLeukemiaTeam Member

Has anyone else seemed to have vertigo with early diagnosis? Benadryl seemed to help

August 4
MyLeukemiaTeam

Should someone with CLL seek medical attention for sudden onset of vertigo?

Yes, absolutely — any new or sudden symptom in someone with CLL warrants a call to their care team, even if it seems unrelated. CLL weakens the immune system, making the body more vulnerable to infections, and some infections can affect balance and Show Full Answer

Should someone with CLL seek medical attention for sudden onset of vertigo?

Yes, absolutely — any new or sudden symptom in someone with CLL warrants a call to their care team, even if it seems unrelated. CLL weakens the immune system, making the body more vulnerable to infections, and some infections can affect balance and cause dizziness.

It's always better to check in sooner rather than later, especially since CLL can sometimes cause symptoms that aren't immediately obvious in their connection to the disease. Here are a few reasons to seek prompt medical attention:

- Infections are more common with CLL due to a weakened immune system, and some can present in unexpected ways
- Anemia, which is common in CLL, can cause dizziness and a general feeling of being unwell
- New symptoms should always be evaluated to rule out CLL progression

Don't wait on this one — reach out to his oncology team or a doctor today to get it properly assessed. Better safe than sorry, and his care team will want to know!

August 4

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