What Leukemia Survivors Need to Know About Late Effects of Treatment

“Survivorship” is a term that describes living with cancer. It doesn’t matter whether you’ve completed treatment or are in remission. Anyone diagnosed and living with cancer is considered a survivor.

While newer medicines and procedures have significantly improved leukemia survival rates, some therapies can lead to long-term side effects and medical problems down the road.

Additionally, many leukemia survivors experience a wide range of emotions, including joy, relief, guilt, sadness, anxiety, and fear — some of which may be difficult to process.

Knowing the risks and long-term effects associated with treatment, finding support, and utilizing resources can help leukemia survivors thrive. (1)