Hey there - I am new to this forum and thought I’d introduce myself. I am 47 and I was diagnosed with CML in April. I live in the US, but this forum seemed more my style than others I have seen, so thanks for including me.
I had no idea anything was wrong with me. I wasn’t sick at all. Looking back, I realize I was more tired than I should have been, but I wrote it off since I am a working Mom and aren’t we always tired? At my annual checkup, I had a routine blood test that showed an elevated level of white blood cells, and that got me a referral to a hematologist and here I am.
I had my bone marrow biopsy and then started on Gleevec. After just a month, my doc said I am having a “fantastic” reaction to the medicine, so I am glad about that. I am having some side effects from the medicine, but it’s nothing I can’t handle at this point.
I have a great support system with my husband and son, extended family and friends, but I figure a little more support wouldn’t hurt. From what I have seen on this forum already, there are a bunch of people living with CML who are quick to share their successes and offer some encouraging words, and I think that’s awesome.
I will warn you though - I will probably never get the time difference straight
Lisa