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CML
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CML
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If You Are Resistant
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CML
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CML
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If Your Current Therapy Is Not Working
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What Can Happen if You Are Resistant?
If the current treatment fails to control the growth of leukemia cells, there is a higher risk for the disease to progress, which can have negative effects on your health
CML
test results can show if your
treatment goals
are not being achieved with your current medication
If you experience
resistance
to your
CML
treatment, your doctor may monitor your health more closely by giving you several different
tests
regularly
Your doctor may consider alternative
CML
treatment options
Be sure you understand your
CML
treatment goals, and if you have questions, discuss them with your doctor so you are clear about your expectations
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How will I know if I am responding to treatment?
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