Medically Reviewed by Brunilda Nazario, MD on October 22, 2024

Ask your doctor these questions about your CML treatment options

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Hans Loland
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Hans Loland was in shock after his CML diagnosis in 2008. A blood test and bone marrow biopsy confirmed his doctor’s suspicions. His leukemia cells proved resistant to several standard treatments, so he enrolled in a clinical trial. Today, he is in remission and shares his experience with others.

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Hans Loland, 56, chronic myeloid leukemia patient advocate, Woodinville, WA. 

American Cancer Society: “What is Chronic Myeloid Leukemia?” “Phases of Chronic Myeloid Leukemia,” “Tests for Chronic Myeloid Leukemia.” 

The National CML Society: “CML Connection.” 

Leukemia and Lymphoma Society: “Chronic Myeloid Leukemia,” “Understanding the Value of PCR Testing in the Management of CML, a Rare Blood Cancer.” 

Mayo Clinic: “Chronic myelogenous leukemia.” 

Cancer.net: “Leukemia – Chronic myeloid – CML: Types of Treatment,” “Leukemia – Chronic Myeloid – CML: Coping with Treatment.” 

Yale Medicine: “Chronic Myeloid Leukemia: Types of Treatment.” 

Cancer Council NSW (Australia): “Palliative Treatment for Chronic Myeloid Leukaemia (CML).” 

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