Question 1

is cll considered a terminal disease?

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Rarely cured: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) is the most common leukemia which is seen in adults. Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) can only rarely be cured, but most people live with the disease for many years .

Question 2

what is cll leukemia?

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See below: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (cll) is one of the chronic lymphoproliferative disorders (lymphoid neoplasms). It is characterized by a progressive accumulation of functionally incompetent lymphocytes, which are monoclonal in origin. It's course can be indolent, lasting for decades or rapidly progressive.

Question 3

can i take ashwagandha  with zrytec  safely?

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No bad reports: No problems are reported but that's not a guarantee. You might ask your Dr and certainly follow each one's directions. Pay attention to how you feel and be cautious but it should be okay.

Question 4

can cll advance to a more aggressive leukemia?

Accepted Answer

Yes: But most people with CLL will die of something else.

Question 5

what is more effective: ashwagandha vs rhodiola rosea?

Accepted Answer

Adaptogens: Both very good for stress response and supporting adrenals.

Question 6

is withania somnifera safe to take daily? (ashwagandha)

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NothingPerfectlySafe: See: http://en.Wikipedia.Org/wiki/withania_somnifera. Nothing is perfectly safe. Our bodies are open systems; majority (~55-62%) is water ; we need water in ; out to stay alive; yet water can also kill us, e.g. Acute water intoxication; pulmonary edema (cannot breath), etc.. The issues are always dose/unit time, both acute ; chronic changes in behavior ; tracking outcomes, called clinical trials.

Question 7

which is the best site to keep up to date about cll leukemia?

Accepted Answer

Few good ones: No one site is tops but the one to follow are:  american cancer society (www.Cancer.Org), asco (www.Cancer.Net), nmdp (www.Marrow.Org), www.Focusoncll.Org. Hope this helps.

Question 8

is it possible that ashwagandha be used in treating wounds and injuries ?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Ashwagandha is a wonderful tonic that reduces inflammation, balances hormones and supports immune function. The roots can be used topically as a poultice as they have natural antimicrobial properties- see http://illuminutri.Com/the-power-of-ashwagandha/ ; http://bit.Ly/1iwyldo.

Question 9

can ashwagandha cure chronic stress or is it just used as a temporary stress reliever?

Accepted Answer

Address the whole: For chronic stress, one must address the whole situation.  What caused the chronic stress in the first place?  Ashwagandha is a relatively safe herb that can be used for chronic stress to help symptomatically as well as to help rebuild the system.  However, exercise, stress management techniques, and a good diet are also key as well as addressing the source of the stress.

Question 10

my last bloodwork showed smudge cells. what percent of people with smudge cells actually have cll?

Accepted Answer

Can&#x27;t be answered: How many healthy people get smudge cells depends mostly on how rough the technician is while preparing the smear, and how eager to call a few broken lymphocytes &quot;smudge cells.&quot; if your absolute lymphocyte count is not way-high and you&#x27;re not anemic and feel well, stop worrying.

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What is more effective: ashwagandha vs rhodiola rosea?

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Is withania somnifera safe to take daily? (ashwagandha)

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Is it possible that ashwagandha be used in treating wounds and injuries ?

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