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How long from diagnosis of AML typically comes the BMT?

Posted by Susan Bethel @susancurrit, May 26 3:52pm

I was diagnosed with AML on 3/3/2024 - I was admitted to the hospital and had 7-3, The plan was to have two 7 plus 3's however I went into remission after 1. I have had 1 consolidation chemo - had a bone marrow biopsy last week and am still in remission. I have another consolidation chemo next week.

Typically how long after finding a match for a Bone Marrow Transplant does it take before the transplant is scheduled?

I am 71 years old and very active until I was diagnosed. I am taking Xospata 40 mg tablet. This is my second month on them. I feel very tired most days.

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Lori, Volunteer Mentor | @loribmt | Jun 12 12:32pm
In reply to @susancurrit "Okay ladies now Know how long!! I was contacted yesterday and my BMT is scheduled for..." + (show)
@susancurrit

Okay ladies now Know how long!! I was contacted yesterday and my BMT is scheduled for 7/11/2024.... Prayers to get me through... and keeping you all in my prayers..

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Ok!! Well, you’re off to the races!! Or Damn the torpedos, full speed ahead. Or whatever reference comes to mind! We’re all right here holding your hand along the way…before, during and after!
When I finally had a firm date I felt much more settled. Like now I had a target date to get things and planning became easier. Everything wasn’t in limbo!

Sending prayers and positive vibes for strength, patients and perseverance! Make a list and let any of us know if there’s something we can help you with! Don’t get frantic though, slow and steady wins this race.
I still have a little hand-made plaque from a friend who had gone through her own cancer journey.

It says: Stay Strong! Stay Positive! You’ve got this! ☺️

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Susan Bethel | @susancurrit | Jun 13 8:22am
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You are fortunate if you have a donor who is a match.

I don't know how long it usually takes to get from diagnosis to a BMT. In my case it was six months, but there were many obstacles.

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I feel blessed that I have a donor who is a match as well as a date for the BMT. Anxious, scared, and excited at the same time are feelings I never thought I would have at the same time. It must be what it feels like to jump out of an airplane! Afraid the parachute will not open as you fling yourself out into space.

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Lori, Volunteer Mentor | @loribmt | Jun 13 8:58am
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@susancurrit

I feel blessed that I have a donor who is a match as well as a date for the BMT. Anxious, scared, and excited at the same time are feelings I never thought I would have at the same time. It must be what it feels like to jump out of an airplane! Afraid the parachute will not open as you fling yourself out into space.

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That’s a great analogy, Susan! The difference is you have a fabulous BMT team at Mayo who have all the safety nets, spare parachutes, belts, suspenders, bouncy mattresses…whatever you will need to make sure there’s no crash landing for you. ☺️

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alive | @alive | Jun 14 5:42am
In reply to @susancurrit "Okay ladies now Know how long!! I was contacted yesterday and my BMT is scheduled for..." + (show)
@susancurrit

Okay ladies now Know how long!! I was contacted yesterday and my BMT is scheduled for 7/11/2024.... Prayers to get me through... and keeping you all in my prayers..

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Congratulations Susan! I will be thinking of you on July 11(and before)! Hang in there as you do the chemo. It will be a lot, but it will be a short time!

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