Diagnosis without a Bone Marrow Biopsy

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Hi All,

It seems that, after reviewing post upon post, some people are not diagnosed

until a BMB is done. My husband did not have one even though his primary care

doctor said it would be done.

When we saw the hematologist we were braced for the painful procedure. The

doctor said, " based on the blood test, you have CML. " After not hearing the word

" acute " pass his lips I felt like I could faint from relief. He patiently

explained why he could be sure, point by point, and that a BMB wouldn't be

necessary. To be honest my head was swirling and I was not prepared to ask any

intelligent questions, it was all happening so fast.

Now I'm a teensy bit concerned about it. Does anyone have any insight or

experience to share?

Thankful for help,