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Are Sore Throats Related To CLL?

My boyfriend has CLL. He is currently in his 6th year with the cancer. He is currently undergoing a series of 6 chemo treatments. He just completed #4 after a six week rest to bring count back to normal. This weekend however he has awaken with a swollen throat and a fever. He says that is the only thing bothering him but he is so weak that he can t stand or eat or drink. Is the throat associated with the CLL? Or has he picked up an infection from somewhere? He had a very similar experience after his second chemo and it landed him in the hospital. I am trying to be proactive with this. Please advise....
Wed, 18 Mar 2015
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Hi,
Thanks for writing in.

The CLL is a type of cancer affecting the lymphatic system. This is directly related to immunity of the patient. Taking chemotherapy for CLL is also causing compromise of the immune system. Due to taking 4 cycles of chemotherapy, your brothers immunity might have come down and he has got a sore throat. This is causing him discomfort and fever. It will help to consult his doctor and take medications for any suspected bacterial infection causing the sore throat. Gargling with warm water is suggested twice a day to soothe the throat. He should also protect himself from dusty atmosphere and pollution till he=is chemotherapy is over. Please do not worry.
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Are Sore Throats Related To CLL?

Hi, Thanks for writing in. The CLL is a type of cancer affecting the lymphatic system. This is directly related to immunity of the patient. Taking chemotherapy for CLL is also causing compromise of the immune system. Due to taking 4 cycles of chemotherapy, your brothers immunity might have come down and he has got a sore throat. This is causing him discomfort and fever. It will help to consult his doctor and take medications for any suspected bacterial infection causing the sore throat. Gargling with warm water is suggested twice a day to soothe the throat. He should also protect himself from dusty atmosphere and pollution till he=is chemotherapy is over. Please do not worry.