Chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) is also known as chronic myelogenous leukemia. It's a type of cancer that starts in the blood-forming cells of the bone marrow and invades the blood. About 15% of leukemias in adults are CML.
If you or someone you know has just been diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukemia, this short, simple guide can help.
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