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Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL)

Definition

Chronic lymphocytic leukemia is cancer of the white blood cells (lymphocytes).

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Symptoms

Symptoms usually develop gradually. Many cases of CLL are detected by routine blood tests in people who do not have any symptoms.

Symptoms that can occur include:

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