Health and Wellness
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Regardless of where you are on your CLL journey, following good health guidelines such as maintaining a balanced diet, exercising, and taking care of your mental health may be helpful. Be sure to connect with your healthcare team regarding your diet, exercise, and other habits.1
Managing CLL on your own can seem overwhelming, so it may be helpful to
that can support you along the way.
Staying organized and having a plan in place can help alleviate stress and anxiety that might arise while managing your CLL.
Here are 5 things you can discuss with your doctor to help you map out what’s next2:
Talking to your friends and family about CLL can be difficult. You may have a diagnosis, but have not started treatment and are not showing any symptoms. You may know others living with cancer whose experience is very different. If you feel conflicted or confused, know that your response is natural and that you are not alone.3
Here’s a step-by-step plan you can follow to help you prepare for more comfortable conversations about your CLL3:
Regardless of your age or where you are on your journey with CLL, making healthy choices—big or small—may help you feel better day-to-day. Talk to your doctor about any changes in your diet or exercise program.
Ask your healthcare team what they would recommend to help manage your CLL.
Stress and anxiety are common with a cancer diagnosis. You should discuss these feelings with your doctor, who may recommend speaking to someone who specializes in assisting people with stress and/or anxiety. This provider may be able to recommend additional activities and methods for addressing these feelings. There are many activities that may help reduce and relieve these feelings. Remember to talk to your doctor before beginning any new exercise program.5
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