I think I have leukaemia?

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I know this sounds silly. But I'm really worried about this. So not so earlier I went to the doctor about these white spots on my arm, they're spreading like crazy. And he said i have suspected anaemia and he'll order blood tests. I spoke to my boyfriend about it, and he said anaemia is a symptom of leukaemia(idk if he was telling the truth, we were watching my sisters keeper). I get really paranoid over illnesses and stuff so I really don't know, so I looked up the symptoms, and the last few days my tummy has had this bloated pain, I'm not on my period. And I've lost my appetite and I feel sick most of the time, at night, I feel dizzy just randomly and I don't know if its because I'm not eating but I'm really worried about this! Aha

Mia · Accepted Answer

Anemia is not a symptom of leukaemia, you should smack your boyfriend for trying to freak you out like that. All of the symptoms you mentioned are symptoms of anemia which means that your body isn't making enough red bloods cells. It is very treatable and not fatal. Its usually a result of not getting enough iron and protein in your diet though there are other reasons you could have it. The worst thing you can do is try and diagnose yourself.

? · Answer

Your symptoms don't sound at all like leukaemia.  Whatever is wrong with you, it will keep until you've had the blood tests done.  I suspect that most of your problems could be fixed by eating a well balanced diet.  Now stop worrying - it will just make you feel worse.

It&#39;s Mee · Answer

Go back to the doctors...they will be able to do proper tests...as I'm not medical at all I can't say how likely it is that you have or haven't so instead of letting a bunch of kids on the Internet get you even more paranoid go and get checked by a professional. Good luck I hope your ok xx

Anonymous · Answer

What ever you do don't prowl around the Internet for answers, I don't mean on here but I used to look on the Internet and It made me really paranoid, so I stopped and just went to a doc.

? · Answer

aneamia is not a symptom of leukemia, and btw if you didnt know leukinia can kill so you should be more worried about that. You need to eat more red meat and foods high in iron

Amaretta · Answer

Yes, anemia can be a symptom of leukemia, but anemia by itself is far more common, especially in young people who often eat bad diets.  Both conditions are diagnosed via blood tests, so go for the tests when they are scheduled.

http://www.webmd.com/cancer/understanding-leukemia-symptoms

Meanwhile, eat your liver.  Yum, yum.

? · Answer

If you become weak and get an illness then consult your doctor.

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