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cequi View More Posts Ignore	Since I started taking Gleevec 4 years ago my Hemoglobin reading has been low, therefore indicating that I am Anemic. My doctor has been treating me with shots of Procrit, happinly I am now on remission, but my Anemia persists. I would like to hear from other CML patients who had the same problem. Posted on 07/29/09, 12:07 pm
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samanthaF

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Reply #1 - 07/30/09 7:49am

Hi! I was diagnosed with CML in FEB of 2009. I started taking Gleevec and am also Anemic. My doctor doesn't seem to concerned about it. The Gleevec has been working so far but I to worry about the Anemia too. I am always so tired. I just started to see a natural path. doctor. I am going to discuss this with her on my next visit. I'll let you know what I find out. Hope all is well.

inremission

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Reply #2 - 08/05/09 3:18pm

I was anemic in the beginning and my doctor was concerned about it.
I ate foods high in iron and took iron pills for a few months and the anemia has cleared. I know this is basic --- hope it helps! Take care!

CorinaH

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Reply #3 - 09/12/09 7:43pm

I really don't have any advice just support to offer. I am anemic and have only been on Gleevec 3 weeks. It's frustrating especially the fatigue part. But..... you're not alone!

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