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August 14, 2025
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Common symptoms of Waldenström's macroglobulinemia (WM) include:

• Fever and night sweats
• Unexplained weight loss
• Weakness due to low red blood cell count
• Numbness in hands and feet
• Loss of appetite
• Bleeding problems
• Fatigue
• Shortness of breath Less common or advanced symptoms may include:

• Swollen lymph Show Full Answer

Common symptoms of Waldenström's macroglobulinemia (WM) include:

• Fever and night sweats
• Unexplained weight loss
• Weakness due to low red blood cell count
• Numbness in hands and feet
• Loss of appetite
• Bleeding problems
• Fatigue
• Shortness of breath Less common or advanced symptoms may include:

• Swollen lymph nodes
• Vision problems
• Kidney problems
• Heart problems
• Dizziness and slurred speech
• Cold sensitivity
• Digestive issues
• Increased infections
• Bleeding from nose and gums
• Enlarged liver or spleen
• Confusion

Since WM is slow-growing, these symptoms may develop gradually over years. It's important to report any symptoms to your healthcare provider, even if they seem minor.

August 14, 2025

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