Anybody wanna tell me in simple terms what this is?

Chronic lymphocytic leukemia is a type of cancer. There's no known cure for it. Chemotherapy is the major form of treatment for chronic lymphocytic leukemia. More can be read at the following website.

http://www.cancer.org/docroot/cri/cri_2_3x.asp?dt=62


I'll keep your brother in my prayers.

I am sorry to hear your brother has developed Leukemia sweetie. As far as I know it's a form of cancer whereby the bone marrow is producing too many white blood cells.

There is lots of information available on the web about this illness, much of which I do not understand but you might want to read it to give you a better idea about the illness:

http://www.cancer.gov/cancerinfo/pdq/treatment/CLL/patient/

http://www.leukemia-lymphoma.org/all_page?item_id=7059

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/chronic-lymphocytic-leukemia/DS00565

http://www.cancerbackup.org.uk/Cancertype/Leukaemiachroniclymphocytic

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chronic_lymphocytic_leukemia

I think the best thing to do is consult with the doctor to get a clear idea of what treatment is involved and how long it will take. My prayers and good wishes are with you and your family at this time dear pal. xx

I looked it up pn the net and found a wealth of information.
It is treatable.
Here are some of the links I looked at. Susan

MedlinePlus: Leukemia, Adult Chronic

Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment - National Cancer Institute

MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)


Symptoms of Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia - Greenebaum Cancer Center

I hope one of these will help you understand what your brother has to face and help with his treatment options. Susan