Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia (APL): Advances, Hope, and Healing

Anand Jillella, MD

In this episode of The Bloodline with Blood Cancer United, Elissa and guest co-host, Kristen Parker, speak with Dr. Anand Jillella, of Georgia Cancer Center. Together, they explore acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL)—a rare but highly curable subtype of acute myeloid leukemia. Dr. Jillella explains the rapid onset of APL, its hallmark signs and symptoms, and how targeted treatments have transformed outcomes for patients. Kristen, an APL survivor and Blood Cancer United Patient & Community Outreach Manager, also shares her personal perspective. Listeners will gain valuable insight into why APL stands apart as one of the most treatable forms of leukemia today.

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Mentioned on this episode:

• Acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL)
• Differentiation syndrome
• SEER (Surveillance, Epidemiology and End Results Program) database

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• Free Nutrition Consultations
• Information Specialists
• Free telephone/web patient programs
• Clinical Trial Support Center
• Advocacy and Public Policy
• Free booklets
• Financial support
• Young Adult Resources
• Support groups
• Survivorship Workbook
• Community
• Caregiver support
• Caregiver Workbook
• Mental Health Resources

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