CML and losing weight-Any suggestions?

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Hi everyone,

I wanted to post this question to see if any CML'ers taking Gleevec

have had good success losing a good amount of weight.

I've been on Gleevec for 1 1/2 years, and have put on 40 lbs. I'm on

400 mg Gleevec and Lasix for edema issues. I'm eating a lower salt

diet, but still struggle with fatigue issues that get in the way of

my exercise.

I had weight to lose before getting dx'd, but now, it's just that

much harder. I have 60 lbs to lose total. I know that maybe once

the weight starts coming off, the fatigue may improve.

So, I was just wondering if any Gleevec fatties have had success or

suggestions that helped.

I want to get myself back into peak condition. I realize that this

won't happen overnight, but I can keep trying!

Thanks!

Lynn (Snickersunny)

PCRU- 400 mg