Thomas describes the initial symptoms and experiences he had leading up to his diagnosis of acute myeloid leukemia (AML).
In kind memory of the passing of Tom Greene who wanted to share his experiences with others suffering from AML.
Thomas shares his experiences and advice for other people on their journey with acute myeloid leukemia (AML). He recommends staying as healthy as possible by maintaining healthy habits and taking precautions against germs and bacteria. Because of his age, Thomas decided against having a stem cell transplant.
In kind memory of the passing of Tom Greene who wanted to share his experiences with others suffering from AML.
Thomas describes the tests he went through when he was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia (AML). He describes having a bone marrow biopsy, which he says he tolerated quite well, with no discomfort or pain.
In kind memory of the passing of Tom Greene who wanted to share his experiences with others suffering from AML.
Thomas describes the biggest challenges he has faced with his acute myeloid leukemia (AML), which are the impact on his day-to-day life and high susceptibility to viruses and infection. This impacts his travel and ability to be around a lot of people, but he wears a respiratory mask and takes precautions. He says he was fortunate to never experience any side effects from his medications.
In kind memory of the passing of Tom Greene who wanted to share his experiences with others suffering from AML.
Thomas talks about the successes and challenges he has experienced with various treatments for his acute myeloid leukemia (AML), the most positive being when he achieved remission. Unfortunately, since then his AML has returned. Thomas says he tries to remain strong and not get too upset about it.
In kind memory of the passing of Tom Greene who wanted to share his experiences with others suffering from AML.
Ed describes the tests and experiences he had leading up to his diagnosis of myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS), and his subsequent diagnosis of acute myeloid leukemia (AML).
In kind memory of the passing of Ed Oasa who wanted to share his experiences with others suffering from AML.
Ed shares his experiences about how he copes daily with his acute myeloid leukemia (AML) diagnosis.
In kind memory of the passing of Ed Oasa who wanted to share his experiences with others suffering from AML.
Ed shares his experiences and advice for other people on their journey with acute myeloid leukemia (AML).
In kind memory of the passing of Ed Oasa who wanted to share his experiences with others suffering from AML.
Ed describes the red blood cell transfusions he receives every two weeks for his acute myeloid leukemia (AML). He also talks about the platelet transfusions he receives for this low platelet counts.
In kind memory of the passing of Ed Oasa who wanted to share his experiences with others suffering from AML.
This educational activity has been developed by the Myelodysplastic Syndromes Foundation, Inc. and Mechanisms in Medicine Inc.
This activity is supported by educational grants from AbbVie, Acceleron, Bristol-Myers Squibb, Celgene Corporation, Daiichi Sankyo, Jazz Pharmaceuticals and Takeda Oncology.
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