Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML) Support Group
Chronic myelogenous leukemia affecst the balance of blood cells in the body, disrupting the normal balance. The cancer cells eventually begin to outnumber and push out the good cells, and could lead to anemia and easier bleeding/bruising. If you or a loved one is diagnosed with CML, this is the community to discuss your experience.
I've been taking Gleevac for 4 and a half months, with great success so far. I've achieved excellent Haemotological and cytogenetic responses so far and all without any noticeable side effects. However in the last few days I've been getting unidentified and mildly irritating rashes on my arms and especially my legs. I though originally it was dry cleaning fluid as I took my suit to a new cleaners last week, but the rashes on my arms and elbows don't make sense.
My understanding was that if you avoided the side effects first up you were unlikely to suffer later on. Anyone know anything different?
My understanding was that if you avoided the side effects first up you were unlikely to suffer later on. Anyone know anything different?
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One of the side effects of Gleevec,among others, is a rash.I have been on Gleevec for seven months and have experenced a rash mainly on my shoulders.The main thing is,as with you,the medication is working.
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Thanks Jimmy. The rash seems to be getting worse though it's gone from being mildly irritating to now waking me up in the night, as you can see (It's 1.45 in the morning). I'm going to go and see the doc in the morning.
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Your Doctor should be able to recommend something to help.I`ve applied "over the counter"Hydrocorrtisone "Anti-itch cream that has been very helpful.Good luck--Jimmyjames--
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
