In 2007 I was diagnosed with Hairy Cell Leukemia (HCL) a relatively rare form. I had gone to my regular doctor because I was constantly fatigued. Preliminary blood tests revealed I had anemia but indicated other issues. After being referred to a hematologist I was diagnosed with HCL and underwent chemotherapy. I had routine blood tests for five years with no sign of the HCL
so they said I was in remission but there was always a chance it would come back
Ironically, I have an appointment with a hematologist next week. A couple of months ago I started feeling tired again. Initially I thought it was just the result of playing golf too frequently summer heat here in Florida. When I cut back to no more than once a week and I was not feeling better I went to my doctor here and he did a blood test that showed I was slightly aneamic. Given my prior history, he refered me to the specialist. Guess I will find out next week if the HCL is back.
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