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November 6, 2023
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Members helped clarify the confusing relationship between CLL and SLL, explaining that they are essentially the same cancer appearing in... Read more

Members helped clarify the confusing relationship between CLL and SLL, explaining that they are essentially the same cancer appearing in different locations, with SLL starting in the lymph nodes and CLL involving more blood and bone marrow. Several members shared helpful resources like the Lymphoma Research Foundation website and personal experiences of receiving dual diagnoses or transitioning from SLL to CLL as their disease progressed. A recurring theme was gratitude for community support in understanding complex medical information, along with encouragement to trust oncologists, stay positive, and recognize that while lymphoma is chronic, it can be managed and improved over time.

A MyLymphomaTeam Member

https://lymphoma.org/understanding-lymphoma/abo...

This website may help you understand a little more. I hope it can be opened here, but if not, copy it and put it in a browser such as Google. Basically they are the same cancer, but different locations. I hope you have a blessed day, Susan. Bonnie7

November 8, 2023
A MyLymphomaTeam Member

Yay! I’m so glad the info was helpful for you, Susan. 💖

I started out with 2 different dx’s as my labs kept coming up different and confusing for everyone. But NHL - WM seemed to fit the best. I’m so grateful that my oncologist who is remarkable in her own right, never hesitates to call in an expert in Hematology that she enjoys getting second opinions from. It’s so odd but whatever goes awry with me is always a mystery to be unraveled. Never a dull moment!

November 8, 2023
A MyLymphomaTeam Member

Yes, it worked for me, too. Thanks so much helping me to understand what in the world is going on.

November 8, 2023
A MyLymphomaTeam Member

I just tried it Susan, it worked. Just tap on it to open up the doc. 💖

November 8, 2023
A MyLymphomaTeam Member

Barbara8, many thanks for replying to my question. I am 77 years old and couldn't find the answer on my own, even in the sites advertising facts about this disease. So I guess I am safe saying CLL/SLL as my diagnosis. Gratefully, Susan

November 7, 2023

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