Exploring Hairy Cell Leukemia

Caner Saygin, MD A diagnosis of cancer can cause significant emotional distress to a patient.  A diagnosis of a rare leukemia can leave patients and caregivers feeling unsure and nervous about the future.  In this episode, we speak to Dr. Caner Saygin of University of Chicago Medicine about hairy cell leukemia, a rare, but treatable cancer.  Dr. Saygin delves into this disease, highlighting the need for an accurate diagnosis, as well as current and emerging treatments.  Patients will be given hope for a good quality of life while managing this disease. DOWNLOAD TRANSCRIPT CLICK HERE to participate in our episode survey. Mentioned on this episode:  Hairy Cell Leukemia Flow Cytometry and Next Generation Sequencing Tests MRD (Minimal/Measurable Residual Disease) Hairy Cell Leukemia Foundation Additional LLS Support Resources:  Information Specialists  Financial support Free telephone/web patient programs  Free booklets  Clinical Trial Support Center Young Adult Resources Caregiver support  Caregiver Workbook Survivorship Workbook Online chats  LLS Community  Support groups  Patti Robinson Kaufmann First Connection Program  Free Nutrition Consultations Support for this episode is provided by University of Chicago Comprehensive Cancer Center. The post Exploring Hairy Cell Leukemia first appeared on The Bloodline with Blood Cancer United Podcast.