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Avatar m tn Hi, I don't know the answer -- but since both CML and Gleevec toxicity produce anemia because of marrow suppression, maybe it's not possible to tell the difference. E.g., both would show a low reticulocyte count. This full text paper on anemia from Gleevec https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1002/ajh.23879 shows that other signs such as red blood cell size can vary, so that doesn't seem to help. Sorry.
Avatar n tn Is it possible that after taking gleevec for only two weeks WBC droped from 36.7 to 7? All other blood counts are also came back to normal range. Could doctor make mistake in diagnosis of CML? Maybe I should get seg second opinion?
Avatar n tn I was diagnosed with CML and given Gleevec 400 ml. After taking gleevec for 2 weeks doctor took additional blood test. My WBC dropped from 36.5 to 7.1 and all other blood counts came down to normal range. I'm wondering if gleevec could give such fast hematological response or I was possibly misdiagnosed originally. I don't and didn't have any symptoms, my spleen and liver weren't enlarged, no enlarged lymph. Should I get second opinion asap? Please, help me.
Avatar n tn After two weeks on 400mlg gleevec my WBC droped from 36.5 to 7.1. My doctor told to come for additional test in two weeks. Now my WBC is 1.3 and absolute neutrophils count is 0.04. I was told to stay home on antibiotics. How long it may take for my counts to clime back to safe range. And of course, I'm off gleevec right now. Does it seem that dose of 400mlg is too high for me.
Avatar n tn Am on Gleevec 400mg, now having problems with blisters on the palm. What can I do about it?
Avatar f tn I was diagnosed last year and was immediatley put on gleevec 400mg/day.At my last consult my metabolic stats had risen,hence blood tests to determine if the gleevec is no longer working.I am still in firstphase and wonder what my options are if the gleevec is no longer an option.Amin pretty good form,just very tired and a lot of bone pain.
Avatar m tn I have CML and was treated with Gleevec for 4 years and achieved remission. I have for the past several months been experiencing sudden onset of weakness which last for hours, to days. My blood pressure which has remained under control for several years with atenolol has been running 145/105 and higher for the past three to four months. I have a feeling of fullness in my stomach, and I have sporatic episodes of mild coughing, this occurs maybe once a week.
Avatar m tn Not to change the subject but does anyone in here work in Autodesk Inventor. Its a CAD package from Autodesk same company that writes Autocad.. I've been learning it as upgrade from Autocad and just curious if any guru in here.. Hope everyone is feeling good today.. Its sunny and high 60's here in the south.. Got to get off this software and out and about a little to make me feel better. I have read also that being in warm weather and close to the ocean or a sea helps in rehab ??
Avatar n tn You might find he starts to be able to tolerate the pill. Gleevec is first choice for treating CML, and if he is doing good in every other way then encourage him that he is doing great. I hope this helps you. I would be glad to help you with any other questions.
Avatar f tn i get my heart checked every 2 weeks now and i am fine with the qt thing. i take the chemo pill called gleevec and have to force myself to eat so i dont get sick when i take it. how long will these withdrawel problems go on? i have xanax to take (1mg) but dont work to good. i should would appreciate any advice from any one on how to deal with these issues, family dr says its anxiety but i think its the withdrawels from the high dose of elavil.
973741 tn?1342342773 I wanted to be a Cowboy and ended up an inventor but i have yet to invent something for Cowboys!!
Avatar m tn Sorte it doesn't matter who is working with the company but for the drug to come to the market takes a min of 10-12years which is weird.
2104110 tn?1358318243 I'm not sure what all is available in different parts of the world but I am the same exact way. I LOVE the breathe right strips! They are a god send especially at night. The advanced ones work the best. I swear to good glory I want to give the inventor a big 'ol kiss on the cheek lol.
Avatar n tn Trevor Marshall, inventor/originator of the 'Marshall Protocol', is based in Thousand Oaks, CA, an hour north of Los Angeles. You could call his office and ask. I believe there are also websites discussing his approaches, and you could google for those.
Avatar m tn I should mention that I have CML but it has been in remission for the last two years and I am no longer taking Gleevec. I am scheduled to be looked at by a group that kills the nerve endings in the heart that causes AF but there is an 18 month waiting period. My question is how many times can I be cardioverted and what is the downside of having it so often?
225036 tn?1294509400 s post - the pill is called Gleevec. It is primarily for leukemia, but it is one of the treatments my doc at MD Anderson has in his back pocket ready to give me if the time comes that I need it. Becky, I know you are facing the fact that you are out of chemo's to try. But I'm wondering about Gleevec. I don't think it is an approved ovarian cancer treatment, but right now is critical. Wonder if your doc would consier trying it. I hope the Vitamin C infusions are helping.
Avatar n tn a hair dryer, a vacuum, anything that vibrates like a bouncy chair. God, I have to say that the inventor of the bouncy chair is my hero!!! I know it's got to be horrible but hang in there. PS, it really doesn' t have anything to do with how stressed you were during pregnancy but if you are stressed now, she is definitely picking up on it. Also, maybe it's gas or colic?
Avatar m tn < 43 test is probably good enough but with this disease I want the most accurate PCR test available. They cost more money but most insurance companies will still pay for them. These tests have been discussed on this forum many times in the past. We even had the inventor of the Labcorp "Quantasure" test post here. He explained in detail the differences in tests and the extra steps needed to provide the most accurate results. This members name is "hepatitisresearcher".