Chronic myelomonocytic leukemia (CMML): What to know about this rare cancer
Chronic myelomonocytic leukemia is a rare cancer with features that overlap both myelodysplastic syndromes and myeloproliferative neoplasms.
But what distinguishes this particular type of leukemia from others? How do its symptoms differ? And, is it curable? Read on for the answers to these questions and more.
What makes chronic myelomonocytic leukemia unique?Chronic myelomonocytic leukemia is not...
Personalized treatment helps retired physician overcome dual cancer diagnoses
As a medical student at Baylor College of Medicine, Steve Meltzer traveled past MD Anderson many times. However, he never thought he would...
Your stem cell transplant consultation: Questions to ask
Your doctor may recommend that you undergo a stem cell transplant if you’ve been diagnosed with a blood cancer, such as leukemia, lymphoma...
Understanding stem cell transplants
A stem cell transplant is often the best option to treat blood cancers, such as leukemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma and myelodysplastic syndrome, as well as bone marrow failure syndromes like aplastic anemia.
To understand the different types of stem cell transplants and how they work, we spoke with Amin Alousi, M.D. Here’s what he had to say.
What are stem cells?Stem cells are the “seeds” that...
Opportunistic infections: What cancer patients need to know
An opportunistic infection is one that a person with a healthy immune system is unlikely to get. It happens when bacteria or some other pathogen...
Chronic myeloid leukemia survivor: Why I joined a clinical trial at MD Anderson
When I was diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) in 2005, I was flabbergasted. There was no history of cancer in my family. I was...
Understanding allogeneic stem cell transplants: What you need to know
Stem cell transplants use healthy, immature cells to replace those that either aren’t working properly in a person’s bone marrow or have been...
Need a stem cell transplant? 4 tips to make your life easier
Cancer patients usually have to make some lifestyle adjustments to accommodate their treatment. That could mean anything from taking time...
Fraternal twin of leukemia survivor: Advice for navigating a sibling’s cancer diagnosis
When my twin brother, James, was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia in June 2013, everyone was shocked. We were only 19 at the time. Cancer...
What level of lymphocytes is considered dangerous?
Lymphocytes are a type of white blood cell. They help make up our immune system. Because they have cellular memory, any time they’re exposed...