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October 24, 2025 21 mins

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Navigating CLL - Albie Suozzi's Journey S7 

In this episode of Season seven of Open Forum in The Villages, Florida, host Mike Roth speaks with Albi Swazi about his experience with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). Albi shares his journey from diagnosis to treatment, discussing the symptoms, treatment plans including the drug Acalabrutinib, and the associated side effects. The episode delves into the role of the CLL Society, detailing how it provides education and support to patients and caregivers. Albi offers practical advice for newly diagnosed patients and emphasizes the importance of proper diet, rest, and mental health. The episode also includes shout-outs to podcast supporters and encourages listener contributions to keep the show thriving.

00:00 Introduction to Open Forum in The Villages
00:25 Interview with Albi Swazi: Living with CLL
00:42 Albi's Diagnosis and Initial Symptoms
02:25 Treatment Journey and Side Effects
06:31 Diet and Lifestyle Changes
08:39 Discovering the CLL Society
16:31 Advice for Newly Diagnosed Patients
18:52 Conclusion and Support Information

 Over the next several weeks, while I'm out of town, I've decided to release some reedited and improved versions of the  most popular shows in the series,  as well as some totally new episodes.  I hope you enjoy them.  I'll be back in mid-November with some new episodes

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