Watchful Waiting in CLL: When Waiting Is Treating
Medical experts explain CLL’s slow progression and its impact on treatment timing, and they also discuss the watch-and-wait approach, patient concerns, and how to address anxiety about delaying treatment.
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Video content above is prompted by the following:
- CLL is known for its often slow progression. Can you explain to our audience why CLL is different from many other cancers in this regard, and how does this characteristic influences our approach to treatment timing? How do you help patients understand that immediate treatment isn’t always necessary or beneficial?
- What are the potential benefits of the watch-and-wait approach for CLL patients, and how do you discuss this strategy with patients who might be anxious about delaying treatment? How do you address concerns about the cancer potentially spreading during this time?
- What was your experience with the "watch-and-wait" period? How did you manage the emotional aspects of this approach?
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