Chronic lymphocytic leukemia
What is chronic lymphocytic leukemia?
Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) is a type of leukemia that develops slowly. Learn about symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and risks in our guide to CLL.
Risk factors for chronic lymphocytic leukemia
Risk factors for chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL ) include family history. Learn about CLL risk.
Symptoms of leukemia
Symptoms may vary depending on whether you have an acute or chronic type of leukemia. Learn about the symptoms of leukemia.
Diagnosis of leukemia
Tests to diagnose leukemia, such as blood tests, are done when symptoms or routine tests suggest a problem. Learn about diagnosing leukemia.
Stages of chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)
Chronic lymphocytic leukemia is staged based on blood cell counts and amount of lymphatic tissues involved. Learn about the stages of CLL.
Disease progression of chronic lymphocytic leukemia
Chronic lymphocytic leukemia usually progresses slowly and can develop wherever blood travels. Learn how CLL progresses.
Prognosis and survival for chronic lymphocytic leukemia
Prognostic factors for chronic lymphocytic leukemia include your age, chromosome changes and stage of the CLL. Learn about prognosis and survival.
Treatments for chronic lymphocytic leukemia
Treatment for chronic lymphocytic leukemia is based on your age, stage of the CLL, your overall health and choices you make. Learn about treatments for CLL.
Supportive care for leukemia
Supportive care helps people with physical and emotional aspects of leukemia. Learn how to cope with long-term effects of leukemia.
Chronic lymphocytic leukemia statistics
Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) is the most common leukemia diagnosed in Canadian adults. Learn about statistics for this cancer.