tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8359824223887150208.post1206539066542087699..comments2023-05-12T09:02:32.067-07:00Comments on My Blood Hates Me: Lucky?Matthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08530034695936673382noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8359824223887150208.post-5057466099680701472008-08-25T23:51:00.000-07:002008-08-25T23:51:00.000-07:00My hematology oncologist told me I was lucky too, ...My hematology oncologist told me I was lucky too, at our very first meeting. I think that I would never have met him if I was really lucky. On the other hand, I'm better off than several people I know because I do have Gleevec and so far it's working. <BR/><BR/>I'm about 6 months ahead of you in treatment and it does get better. <BR/>Denise in Santa ClaraAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8359824223887150208.post-36970281366272970612008-08-18T08:23:00.000-07:002008-08-18T08:23:00.000-07:00Matt,I am sorry to hear about your diagnosis, but ...Matt,<BR/><BR/>I am sorry to hear about your diagnosis, but as someone who has been exactly where you are, there is a light at the end of this tunnel. Gleevec is a miracle drug. My advice is to go to Portland and meet with Dr. Druker. It is an unbelievable experience for you and your family, especially in terms of making you more comfortable. This was one of the best decisions I made during this cancer battle. Good luck to you and let me know if you need any help along the way.<BR/><BR/>Jon Gershon<BR/>jongershon.blogspot.comJon Gershonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08634355302177050978noreply@blogger.com