On 2/16/2005 Cameron wrote:
Hey I'm Cameron, I'm 16 and I've recently been diagnosed with CML. I would just like to know if anyone has experienced any of the following symptoms due to the drug glivec... Colour; is anyone more pale then before and finds it hard to develop a tan? Sick; Is anyone constantly sick and gassy, constantly needing to go to the toilet (especially after physical activity) Does anyone find that having a large breakfast every morning with glivec really helps you deal with the day alot better then if u had a mild breakfast with your glivec? I would also just like to mention to kids around my age, that if your reading, the faster u accept what we have the easier it will be to see that the problem can be avoided, that you can get along with your normal life. You may be faced with the mental issue of confronting the disease straight away but the sooner it is realised the sooner you can begin the process of healing it and talking about it comfortably with your mates. Kind regards, Cam
Hi Cameron: Not sure if you still go on here to check messages, but your young, and will do very well I am sure. I am a lot older than you, but I have had all the same symptoms as you, plus some. The Gleevec was a life saver for me. I am in remission since 2001. I feel the side effects are worth it. I hope things have improved since you posted your message.
Suzzie59