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I Have Been Diagnosed With CMML My Spleen Is Enlarged I Have Been Given 4 Units Of Blood I Want To Know If I Should Get A Second Opinion
I Have Been Diagnosed With CMML My Spleen Is Enlarged I Have Been Given 4 Units Of Blood I Want To Know If I Should Get A Second Opinion
I see a doctor oncologist in private practice I take hydroxyruera 500 mg. twice a day, should I get a second opinion, with a cancer center where doctors can consult with other doctors.
A MyLeukemiaTeam Member said:
My oncologist says it never hurts to get a second opinion.
posted over 1 year ago
A MyLeukemiaTeam Member said:
Thank you so much, I have been feeling like I should now I feel encouraged to do so.
posted over 1 year ago
A MyLeukemiaTeam Member said:
I was diagnosed with CMML after I had pain from an enlarged spleen. The doctor put me on Jakafi and then chemo. I ended up having two blood transfusions until a donor was found and then I had my transplant. I would definitely go to a cancer center for another opinion.
posted about 1 year ago
