I’ve been in a durable remission for almost 6 years. Though I did have a bone marrow transplant. The mutations responsible for my AML put me in a higher risk for relapse and the transplant was my only option. I had 85% blasts at the time of diagnosis. I was 65 when this adventure started and now I’m 71, feeling back to 99% normal…active and healthy.

I believe that knowledge is power and it’s important to educate ourselves with information about a diagnosis. But be a little cautious about searching online for AML information. It can be intimidating to read about. Especially looking at statistics. They often don’t reflect patients having treatments. So it can be a bit deceiving. Here are two reputable sources that will at least be helpful with how AML progresses and what can be done to get the disease wrangled into remission or potentially cured.

Leukemia/lymphoma Society
https://www.lls.org/leukemia/acute-myeloid-leukemia
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/acute-myelogenous-leukemia/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20369115
When you learn more from your doctor we can discuss the particulars of the treatment plan if you have any questions. I’m not a doctor but have gleaned a fair amount of knowledge over the past 6 years so I can often add some clarification. ☺️ Right now, since you don’t know what’s being recommended for treatment, it’s too soon to speculate on which type you’ll be having.

Don’t be afraid to ask questions of your doctor but as I mentioned it can be helpful to have them written down on your phone or a little notebook to make better use of the appointment time. That way it’s easier to stay on track. Let me know what you find out, ok?
Stay strong, stay positive, you’ve got this!! ☺️