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Causal Link Between CLL and Carbemazepine

Causal Link Between CLL and Carbemazepine

Is there a causal link between Carbemazepine and Hairy Cell Leukemia?
My wife, 41years old has been taking Tegretol for 20 years to control epileptic seizures. She has reecently been diagnosed with Hairy Cell Leukemia. Is there a connection?
Should she stop taking Carbemazepine??????
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Good day jasperjass.  As far as present data shows, there is no causal link between carbamazepine and hairy cell leukemia.  The risk factors for hairy cell leukemia can be radiation exposure, previous chemotherapy, smoking, and exposure to pesticides.  I have a brother who is also taking carbamazepine for also about 20 years now and he seems to be fine.  I hope all goes well in her treatment.  God bless.
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