Probable CLL diagnosis

My husband who is 55 went to the dentist in October and in the checks on his neck she found a lump under his chin.  He was referred to Oral and Maxifacial just to get this checked.  He had an appointment made for the 9th of Feb but this was brought forward to 17th Jan.  Nothing on the letter to say something was wrong, nothing so he went alone.

The consultant who has saw told him they had found a type of leukemia but haematology would be in touch as its not their speciality!

Luckily on of my friends is a Dr at the same hospital and went to find out what he could.  Haematology said its low grade CLL snd have generated the letter for his appointment.

To say we are floored is an understatement.  We lost my father-in-law to lung cancer last March and my only uncle to pancreatic cancer in November.

Anyone experienced this and have sn idea what we can expect? 

  • Hi TJ3001,

    Welcome to Cancer Chat. I can understand this must be a lot to deal with, and it sounds like there is some uncertainty at the moment regarding next steps. It's difficult to advise on your question, as it will only be your husband's doctor and the medical team who can do this. Hopefully you have the appointment booked in, and I hope that it's not too long to wait for this and that you get the information you need soon.

    We're always here on the forum for support if ever you need it.

    Wishing you all the best,

    Ben
    Cancer Chat Moderator