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Victorious

Updated 9mo ago

Seeking Advice on High RDW Levels and Possible Cancer Diagnosis

Hello. I pray everyone on here is well. I saw in my chart that .y blood work states I may have cancer. I'm not willing to go through chemo although my doctor never spoke to me about it. my RDW is high (17.6). Has any one experienced this?

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XXxDOGFIGHTZZxXX

2y

I’m in your walls victoria. let me see you. we should closer.
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XXxDOGFIGHTZZxXX

2y

just kidding. I’m actually black
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Lolita

11mo

For blood cancer you may need a bone marrow biopsy. Merely blood counts are not always enough
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lukall

10mo

I dont, but i hope someone here can help you!
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Elephantsafari

9mo

I understand... considering treatment options like chemotherapy, especially without a clear diagnosis or discussion with your doctor, ugh!
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Queenmom

9mo

A high RDW (Red-Cell Distribution Width) can be indicative of various conditions, including leukemia, but it's essential not to jump to conclusions without further evaluation and discussion with your healthcare provider. If you haven't already, I strongly encourage you to schedule a follow-up appointment with your doctor to discuss your blood work results in detail and to address any questions or concerns you may have...

The content in this post is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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