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Could leg pain in Stage III follicular lymphoma on watch and wait be bone marrow related?

Yes, leg pain could potentially be related to bone marrow involvement. Between 40 to 70 percent of people with follicular lymphoma have cancer cells in their bone marrow, which can cause various symptoms.

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Could leg pain in Stage III follicular lymphoma on watch and wait be bone marrow related?

Yes, leg pain could potentially be related to bone marrow involvement. Between 40 to 70 percent of people with follicular lymphoma have cancer cells in their bone marrow, which can cause various symptoms.

When follicular lymphoma affects the bone marrow, it can lead to:
- Anemia (low red blood cells), causing fatigue
- Thrombocytopenia (low platelets), leading to easy bruising or bleeding
- Increased infections due to low white blood cells
- Bone pain

It's important to discuss this new symptom with your oncology team. They may want to check your blood counts or do other tests to determine if the lymphoma is affecting your bone marrow or if there's another cause for your leg pain.

Since you're on watch and wait, any new or worsening symptoms should be reported promptly, as they could indicate disease progression that might need treatment.

 AI-generated responses are not a substitute for medical advice. These services are not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any condition or disease. Always ask your doctor about specific health concerns.

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