Symptoms

Some people have no signs or symptoms of hairy cell leukemia, but a blood test for another disease or condition may inadvertently reveal hairy cell leukemia.

Other times people with hairy cell leukemia experience signs and symptoms common to a number of diseases and conditions, such as:

• A feeling of fullness in your abdomen that may make it uncomfortable to eat more than a little at a time
• Fatigue
• Easy bruising
• Recurring infections
• Weakness
• Weight loss

When to see a doctor

Make an appointment with your doctor if you have any persistent signs and symptoms that worry you.