i’ve shown a lot of the symptoms for leukemia recently, such as random bruising, fatigue, red spots, and paleness. i still am a minor (16) so obviously my mom is helping me with appointments still, so once i know when i am having an appoitnment to get checked out, i’ll give an update if i remember. but my main question is, should i be concerned?
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Good morning Crowcussion.
Welcome to our forum.
First of all, let me say thank you for reaching out as it must be a concern if you feel you are displaying the symptoms to refer to, and I’m pleased to learn you are being supported by your parent.
It is most likely best if you keep in regular contact with your medical specialist and follow and advice and guidance they offer you.
You will find our forum very supportive and there may well be people in very similar circumstances that can relate to your situation and visa versa.
Please stay positive
Take care
Mike
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Hello @crowcussion
Welcome to our forum & thank you for your post.
We are so sorry to hear that you are experiencing some symptoms that are causing you concern.
It sounds like you are doing all the correct things by telling a parent and getting checked out. If you have any concerns at all about your health, we would strongly encourage you to speak to a member of your healthcare team, such as your GP, as soon as possible which it sounds like you are doing.
You may find our 'Blood cancer symptoms and signs’ page helpful to read - it contains information on what to look out for, as well as prompts for questions you might like to ask your doctor.
As it explains on the webpage:
"Most people who have symptoms described on this page won’t have blood cancer. But it’s worrying to have symptoms you can’t explain, and important to find out what’s causing them, if only to set your mind at rest.
If you have just one symptom that you can’t explain, that goes on for a long time, or is unusual for you, book an appointment with your GP. If you suddenly feel very unwell at any time, get medical help straight away by calling an ambulance or going to A&E."
One of the first tests that would be done to investigate someone’s health is a full blood count (full blood count), which measures the number of each type of cell in your blood: red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets. We have information about normal ranges on our website, and you can read more about each of the tests that might be done to confirm or rule out blood cancer here: bloodcancer.org.uk/understanding-blood-cancer/tests-diagnosis.
If you want to talk through anything with a member of our support team, you can get in touch on 0808 2080 888
Take care and let us know how you’re doing!
Emma (support services nurse)
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