Know the signs and symptoms of chronic myeloid leukemia. Find out how CML is tested for, diagnosed, and staged.
Finding cancer early, before it has spread, often allows for more treatment options. Some early cancers may have signs and symptoms that can be noticed, but that's not always the case.
After diagnosis, determining the phase of CML provides important information about the likely response to treatment.
Here are some questions you can ask your cancer care team to help you better understand your CML diagnosis and treatment options.