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Acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL)

David

David

acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL)

I was diagnosed on December 10, 2024, after six weeks of bloodwork that wasn't leading to good outcomes. My hematologist had me do a bone marrow biopsy on December 9, and the next day, I was called by my doctor to tell me I had acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL). I had no idea what that was, but I quickly looked it up online. I went to the hospital for 30 days of inpatient chemotherapy.

Will

Will

acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL)

My son Will was a vibrant, active, and typical junior in high school. He was living life to the fullest with a rigorous class schedule, working, training for his upcoming senior year of football, participating in many outdoor activities, and enjoying time with family and friends.

Anubha

Anubha

Acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL)

I experienced extreme nausea and slight shortness of breath for a week prior to being diagnosed with acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL), clots in my lungs (PE), kidneys, and a valve of the heart on April 16, 2022.

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