Im an vietnam veteran diagnosed with CLL 2013

[brad8]

One may see me as new to CLL forum but i keep a close watch on posts. I feel for the ones that have taken the step from w&w into the actions of treatment, and i see so many who have been given remissions . My diagnosis was late in coming as I was given treatment for anmea for 10 years prior the true diagnosis was given. I believe I have had cll for at least 15 years before W&W was taken. Im greatfull that one of my sons having a PHD in genetics studied Cll in a cancer research at a clinical laboratories, he comes to my appointments and i let the blood work up to him. I have not taken the CLL to hard as I also have ankylosing spondylitis and the pain treatment form that keeps my mind fixed.

After 15 years not knowing about it is in a way a lift after being seen as just sick for so long. I will keep a close watch on the journey each of the post take knowing I will be on the same road one day

[skykomish]

Hi brad8,

Just wanted to say welcome and wish you the best. Sorry I to hear that your dealing with a couple different health problems. Good to hear that you've got a very educated son to help you sort through things. That's a real asset!

[kady1270]

Have you applied for VA disability yet? If you were in Vietnam, CLL is a presumptive condition that automatically qualifies you for VA disability benefits.

[brad8 in reply to kady1270]

Yes kady1270 Im on tpi pension from vietnam origonaly from PTSD so I do have a few issues

[Bubnojay]

Hi Brad8

good to have you join us, though sorry you had to have this additional problem with all you have been through. At least you will always have a sympathetic and helpful ear from those of us sharing this cll journey.

Best wishes

Bubnjay1

[brad8]

since last post my blood has gone a little haywire . was asked last appointment if i wanted to start treatment as I also have enlarged spleen.

Have put off treatment till next round of blood tests in late July if needed treatment will start in August