Treating Leukemia in Adults

Cancer December 30, 2008
Leukemia Treatment in Adults Study Shows Better Drug Response Leukemia as a cancer in children is often more treatable than when it occurs in adults. Now a new study shows better response for some adult leukemia patients with AML. Learn more about leukemia treatments, including bone marrow transplants. Real Cancer Talk See what they're saying on the message boards about cancer: From the Cancer Survivors board: Hair not coming back after more than a year Did cancer make me self-centered? From the Cancer: Friends & Family Support board: Doctor's appointment rant What if? Not enough info from faraway family Emerging Therapies in CML For patients with CML whose disease is not responding to imatinib, also known as Gleevec, there are other treatment options. FDA approved drugs are available for those who are intolerant or resistant to imatinib, and new therapies are currently in clinical trials.Learn more>>> Health Care Value: What Are We Getting for What We're Spending? Quality and value are especially important when it comes to healthcare. Find out from the experts how you can help make sure money spent on your healthcare is spent as efficiently as possible! Learn More>>> ADVERTISEMENT	NEWSLETTERS Click to sign up in one click! Women's Wellness: Need-to-know information for your health and wellness Depression : Updates on depression and mental health treatment Health & Wellness : General health and wellness tips for you and your family More free newsletters>>> VIDEOS Losing sleep over money woes? Coping with perimenopause Secrets to a great memory ADVERTISEMENT
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