Welcome to Mayo Connect, @adeleke212. I’m reaching out through the computer this morning to give you a reassuring hug. There are many types of leukemia and the key is to get treatment as soon as possible. I had a very aggressive form of leukemia…actually 5 years ago right now. The odds weren’t at all in my favor the night I was diagnosed. But here I am, five years later after completing treatments, healthy, active and feeling as though nothing ever happened. So please don’t give up hope on this!

There are so many members in Connect who have had leukemia and have survival stories. We’re all here to help and encourage you through this journey. But First, could you tell me a little bit more about how you were diagnosed and what type of leukemia you have? Are you working with a hematologist oncologist?