Acute Myelogenous Leukemia (AML) Support Group
Acute myelogenous leukemia (AML), also known as acute myeloid leukemia, is a cancer of the myeloid line of blood cells. Patients with AML usually present with symptoms such as fatigue, bleeding, infection, prompting medical attention. An abnormal blood test reading will then result in further testing in a hospital with a hematologist to determine AML.
Dear All,
This may be very presumptuous of me, but what the heck. I am starting this thread for our transplant warriors of 2015. When I first joined this amazing group in 2013, as a chemo only AMLer, the very first thing that struck me was the awesome camaraderie I saw between the 2013 Transplant warriors. As someone newly DXd, I had very little exposure to those traveling the transplant journey. Reading the posts gave me so much hope and alleviated so much of the fear I had relative to the process. It changed my whole perspective.
As somewhat of an outsider, meaning transplant as plan B, I often thought/think how much these posts must help those going through it. Empathy is such a valuable thing and that's why traveling this journey together is so empowering. I know I gain so much from you amazing people.
So, I am starting this post in honor of those that have traveled this road mostly with great results in previous years and those venturing in in 2015. Scott Gotee (Sgotee) led the pack and I pray he will post and give us an update. Jack CC's bro and Dave Twilights bro are on this team. SteveKazoo is also out there. And Andy and John who are on their way on 2 Nov.
Let's lift up prayers and positive thoughts for these warriors.
Blessings,
Julie
This may be very presumptuous of me, but what the heck. I am starting this thread for our transplant warriors of 2015. When I first joined this amazing group in 2013, as a chemo only AMLer, the very first thing that struck me was the awesome camaraderie I saw between the 2013 Transplant warriors. As someone newly DXd, I had very little exposure to those traveling the transplant journey. Reading the posts gave me so much hope and alleviated so much of the fear I had relative to the process. It changed my whole perspective.
As somewhat of an outsider, meaning transplant as plan B, I often thought/think how much these posts must help those going through it. Empathy is such a valuable thing and that's why traveling this journey together is so empowering. I know I gain so much from you amazing people.
So, I am starting this post in honor of those that have traveled this road mostly with great results in previous years and those venturing in in 2015. Scott Gotee (Sgotee) led the pack and I pray he will post and give us an update. Jack CC's bro and Dave Twilights bro are on this team. SteveKazoo is also out there. And Andy and John who are on their way on 2 Nov.
Let's lift up prayers and positive thoughts for these warriors.
Blessings,
Julie
In 5 days, do a tarantella down the isles in Costco. Everyone will want to share your happiness.
Cliff
So happy for you
Thx both of you and Dave, I agree. Dance like hell! I cant wait till my Dave gets as far as you have.
Davej
Happy Birthday Dave J. !!!
Margaret
Praing for a blessed and healthy 2016!!!!
Julie
Davej
Davej
I too wonder about the ones we have not heard from in a while.
Hugs
Karen
That he is!! Selling his cars would be equal to selling his soul! And he too has some collectible bicycles. Sounds as if you two have much in common.
I hoped y'all had a wonderful Christmas! It was a warm 81 degrees here in Houston. Not very wintery I must say!
I wanted to take the time to share some great news with my fellow survivors, today. My 30 day BMB (Day +43 technically) came back with some great results! My blast percentage was 0 and my chimerism showed 99% donor cells (97% T-cells, 99% myeloid cells).
This journey has been very tough on me both mentally and physically and it is really comforting when good news finds its way to you. Right now, the game plan is to continue as is and keep on marching to the magical Day +100!
Andy
May God continue to bless us all.
Julie
No one wanted to do a tarantella for good news, so I guess I will have to do it myself ---right now. I am THRILLED for you. I know what anxiety goes through your mind as you wait for the results. I was there as well and now, blood work has become routine. What a great way to welcome in the New Year!!!!!!!!
Cliff
You're eating baccala, dancing the tarantella. You sure you're not Italian?
Thrilled to learn of the good news, Andy. Keep up the good work, kid.
Lou