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This is maybe a question I should ask my doctor. I was wondering how long do people live with CML Ph+?

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Snow Hill, NC

I have been living with it for 20 years now. Am I just long lived with it?

June 8, 2024
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The survival rates for people with Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML) have significantly improved due to advancements in treatments. Here are some key points:

- General Survival Rate: About 70.4% of people with CML in the United States live for at least five years after diagnosis
- Chronic Phase: Most people with chronic Show Full Answer

The survival rates for people with Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML) have significantly improved due to advancements in treatments. Here are some key points:

- General Survival Rate: About 70.4% of people with CML in the United States live for at least five years after diagnosis.
- Chronic Phase: Most people with chronic phase CML have a very good prognosis, especially with newer targeted therapies. For example, 90% of people taking imatinib live for at least five years.
- Accelerated and Blast Phases: People with accelerated or blast phase CML have worse outcomes. For instance, two-thirds of those with accelerated phase CML live for five years or more, while those with blast phase CML live an average of seven to ten months after diagnosis.

Your individual prognosis may vary based on several factors, so it's important to discuss this with your healthcare team.

June 8, 2024
A MyLeukemiaTeam Member

Okay, so the My Leukemia team answered your question and that is good they did because, I have no idea of the survival rates for CML. And for questions like that, it is always good the ask the staff of the My leukemia Team and to ask your Oncologist because each case is different and depends on how the leukemia is affecting you and what stage you are in. Thank God there are.new therapies to target the leukemia, CML.
Hang in there, leukemia is a roller coaster ride with many ups and downs. Don't give up and enjoy the good days!

June 9, 2024

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