This information has been written to help you understand more about chronic myeloid leukaemia.

Many people feel understandably shocked and upset when they are told they have chronic myeloid leukaemia.

This information is intended to help you understand the diagnosis and treatment of the disease. We also include information about support services.

We cannot advise you about the best treatment for you. You need to discuss this with your doctors.

Some medical terms that may be unfamiliar are explained in the glossary.

• The bone marrow
• Chronic myeloid leukaemia
• Diagnosis
• Treatment
• Making treatment decisions
• Seeking support
• Information on the Internet
• Information checklist
• What does this word mean?

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• Understanding Chronic Leukaemia [Size: 919KB]
  A guide for people with leukaemia, their families and friends.

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For a free printed copy of Understanding Chronic Leukaemia please call the Cancer Council Helpline on 13 11 20

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