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Acute myeloid leukemia (AML): What can I expect?
Blood Cancers & Disorders | Last Active: Nov 12, 2023 | Replies (137)Comment receiving replies
I would just like to thank everyone who responded to my emails about my AML diagnosis at the beginning of this year. I was so scared, afraid, and depressed. Your encouragement gave me hope and I'm happy to say that next week I'll be entering the hospital for a stem cell transplant. I have tried my best to focus only on joy and gratitude but must admit getting nervous now. I was given a binder of information to expect, but I really don't want to know. I'll experience it as it happens. Thanks again, and please send happy thoughts and prayers my way.
Jan8
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That’s such a great news! I know it’s both exciting and scary. I will be celebrating my transplant anniversary on Aug 4. It will be seven years for me. I don’t have any regrets about it and am thankful to be cancer free! I will be praying for you!
I also remember getting a folder -so much information and everything was new to me. It takes a while to process and understand it. Don’t feel like you are studying for a test when you read it. It will be your reference manual, and you will go back to certain sections when need arises. I like to highlight important points, so it’s easier to find it later.
Hospital are requiring to provide this information to patients because this is a serious and life changing treatment.
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Hi Jan, This is such wonderful news to hear. You’ve gotten through the treatment for AML and now heading for transplant and the rest of your life. ☺️
I know @edb1123 @kt2013 @alive will be as emotional as I am for your opportunity for a 2nd chance at life. In fact, I just celebrated my 4th Re-birth Day 2 days ago! I would absolutely not be alive if I hadn’t had the transplant. At this moment, I’m sitting on the deck watching the sun dance on the lake. It’s “happy hour” and though my drink of choice now is Bubbly water, I’ll toast to your successful transplant!
I think you’re making great choice by not reading the binder full of information. It all sounds so scary but in reality most of it won’t apply to you and you’ll deal with whatever happens when or if it happens. Your team will get you through everything!
Most importantly, learn to trust your transplant team. Follow their directions and let them do the worrying for you.
I wish you all the best and please know that we are all here should you have any questions. We’ve walked this same walk and had the same fears. Hugs and positive thoughts!!
Where will you have the transplant? Do you have to relocate for a few months?
And of course…your donor? Any info?