Acute Myelogenous Leukemia

Question: how rear is it in a child that they have both acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL) and acute myelogenous leukemia? my friends sister was diagnosed with both of those leukemia's and apparently its rear. how rear is it and will she be ok?

Answer: Well it's very rare because they're both leukemias, and both acute, but they effect different kinds of white blood cells. She will probably need 2 kinds of chemotherapy, and possibly a bone marrow or stem cell transplant. Both are curable (AML is harder to cure than ALL), but if both have been caught early, it'll be a long hard and intense fight, but she can make it and live a totally normal life afterwards.

Question: If my father passed away from Acute Myelogenous Leukemia, am I at risk for having it? I have been constantly exposed to second-hand smoke all my life and I have many of the symptoms. I'm wondering if I should see a doctor.

Answer: The second hand smoke exposure would add to your risk of lung and throat cancers but not AML. AML by itself is not hereditary but there are several familial blood disorders that often progress into development of AML. So - unless your immediate relatives have a known blood disorder like Fanconi's anemia, Bloom syndrome, Down's syndrome or have a familial platelet disorder with predisposition for AML or a few other rare familial blood disorders then your risk of developing AML is pretty much the same as any one else's. The main risk factor for AML is advancing age. http://www.emedicine.com/med/topic34.htm To evaluate your risk from second hand smoke you could get an elective spiral scan CT that is targeted to evaluate your risk from smoking or smoke exposure. If you do not have insurance they cost 325. cash in my part of the country and are not available at all radiology clinics as an elective procedure (without a Dr's referral). With a Dr's referral and insurance you can get this type CT done at any hospital or clinic with radiology facilities.

Question: Can a acute myelogenous leukemia patient have a "real" christmas tree? My grandmother was diagnosed with AML in August of this year. I went out and bought her a Christmas tree yesterday to bring some joy and happiness into her so she could decorate it like she always does. Then I realized oo maybe she cant have a tree. Does any one know if it is ok for her to have a tree or not. Any suggestions or answers would be soo much appreciated. Thank you all. God Bless.

Answer: When a leukemic patient has a low white blood cell count, it is considered that she is more capable to catch more infections. Therefore a fresh christmas tree probably wouldn't be a good idea to be in the house due to the molds, and fungi that may be on the tree, naturally. Just make sure her white blood cells are in the normal range, and she will be able to enjoy the tree you bought her. You are a wonderful grandchild for her, to think of her joy and happiness. I wish her the best, and Merry Christmas and God bless to both of you!

Question: Can anyone tell me what is the prognosis and survival rate of Acute Myelogenous Leukemia?

Answer: Try this site for the best info: http://www.leukemia-lymphoma.org/hm_lls Best wishes

Question: Treatments available for Acute Myelogenous Leukemia Chloroma? a dear friends mother has been recently diagnosed with this after completion of chemo and radiation they have not been successful. *What other treatments aside from prayer can be offered? *They are considering Alkaline treatment, but I would like to hear what some medical personnel have to say on the issue. If you would like more information please send me a msg and I'll provide a link to the more detailed blog concerning the patients current state. Thank you to all those posting a heart felt answer.

Answer: Get Essiac (or Eissac) Tea and give her two or three doses a day. It's tea, so there's no side effects. It is a native American cure for cancer that really works. I was coming down with the same symptoms my father had (died of Leukemia), but the tea reversed the symptoms. Keep praying, too.

Question: how much does the government spend on acute myelogenous leukemia?

Answer: Check here for info and links: http://www.leukemia-lymphoma.org/hm_lls Best wishes

Question: Can brief but direct exposure to toxic pest-control chemicals cause Acute Myelogenous Leukemia? Snack bar worker exposed to pest-control chemical by worker in a hazmat suit. Became deathly ill shortly after exposure and within 2-3 weeks was diagnosed with AML.

Answer: the term toxic should be enough no one knows what CAN cause what and there is the individual variation something can affect 1 in a million (SORRY AT WORK) and leave the other 999,999 untouched but if this goes to court you have 0% Chance without a documented history of cause and effect

Question: help my Grandmother has been diagnosed with Acute Myelogenous Leukemia? She is over sixty years old what is the tretments and the recovery rates for an elerdly person.How long does it take to spresd if she does not take the treatments?any links or info will be helpful.

Answer: I advise that you visit the Luekemia/Lymphoma Society website, there is a discussion Board with people who have undergone treatment or are in treatment that can give you more information http://www.leukemia-lymphoma.org/hm_lls 8-}

Question: acute myelogenous leukemia title!!? i have to write a research paper and i need 5 titles for every section i write about. my subject is Acute myelogenous Leukemia and i have 5 sections and the 1st im going to write about what AML is 2nd- the symptoms and diagnosis 3rd- Treatments 4th- Chemotherapy 5th- transplant they say its wrong and i already did what they told me but still nothing...help if you can and have a very creative title for each if all of your title is awesome you get the 10pts. please be very quick about it cause this is due on friday 12-12-08 thank you!!

Answer: 2nd- When AML Invades 3rd- Kicking Cancer's Butt 4th- One Cell at a Time: Chemo 5th- In With the New: Bone Marrow Transplant

Question: My wud b is suffering Acute myelogenous leukemia (AML).He gone to many hospitals but his parents is afraid.? he didnt undergo for chemo.he says he need some natural treatments.he says he cant marry me too.will Acute myelogenous leukemia (AML) will be curable?I need to know about natural treatments..can we live together????

Answer: Please read the answer to this Qusetion by clicking the link :- http://in.answers.yahoo.com/question/ind… Take care and God bless.