initial oncologist visit

A person learns at his late-afternoon general checkup with his PCP that he probably has some form of leukemia.  The symptoms that prompted him to go were extreme tiredness and a few nosebleeds.  Could this person wait until the next morning to see an oncologist, or would he have to go to the hospital immediately?

[Kamal S Saini, MD, MRCP (UK), DM]

Hi,
It is better to go to the ER right away. Nose bleeds could signify low platelet counts. It is best if you are in a hospital for evaluation and urgent replacement of blood components if required. After stabilization, a detailed workup may be done.
All the best, and God Bless!