In its early stages, chronic myeloid leukaemia usually causes no noticeable symptoms.
When symptoms do develop, they typically include:
- tiredness
- loss of appetite
- weight loss
- a feeling of bloating
Chronic myeloid leukaemia can also cause swelling in your spleen (an organ that helps to filter impurities from your blood). This can cause a lump to appear on the left side of your abdomen, which may be painful when touched. A swollen spleen can also put pressure on your stomach, causing a lack of appetite and indigestion.
The symptoms of chronic myeloid leukaemia in its advanced stage will be much more noticeable and troublesome. They include:
- severe fatigue
- bone pain
- night sweats
- fever
- easily bruised skin
Overview - Symptoms of chronic myeloid leukaemia
