Those bad cells do attack other parts of the body. The skin seems to be a busy area so avoiding the sun is recommended. I requested medication at 10 months to avoid possible attacks to my organs? I did discover that my spleen was enlarged but my medication has help reduce my spleen to almost normal size.
August 17
It sounds like you're asking whether having CLL increases the risk of lung cancer, and whether lung cancer could be detected first. That's a really important question.
People with CLL are at a higher risk of developing secondary cancers, and lung cancer is one of them. In some cases, lung cancer could indeed show up and be Show Full Answer
It sounds like you're asking whether having CLL increases the risk of lung cancer, and whether lung cancer could be detected first. That's a really important question.
People with CLL are at a higher risk of developing secondary cancers, and lung cancer is one of them. In some cases, lung cancer could indeed show up and be detected before or alongside a CLL diagnosis. The good news is that many of the same diagnostic tools used for CLL can also help detect other cancers. These include:
- CT scans – can reveal abnormalities in the lungs and other tissues
- PET scans – can identify cancer cells throughout the body
- MRI – provides detailed images of organs
- Blood tests – can flag unusual markers that prompt further investigation
These imaging tests are often used during CLL monitoring, which means a secondary cancer like lung cancer could potentially be caught during routine check-ins.
It's really worth talking to your doctor about regular screenings, especially given the elevated risk. Staying on top of monitoring is one of the best tools available.
August 16
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