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A member asked:

I got a 16 year old friend that has bruises bone aches and chills. when i search those words it some say leukemia. help plz?

8 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Maybe not: This could also be some autoimmune disease. I would get her to see a doctor ASAP

Dr Munshower and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 7/19/2014

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

M.D. visit: It is important that your friend see her doctor. Your physician may order a complete blood count and some other tests to determine the cause. I would also suggest a TB skin test. I hope that she does well.

Dr Maes and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/20/2014

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