Patient's question:
I have been experiencing frequent dizziness lately, and I can't seem to eat properly either. My mental state hasn't been great either. When I went to the hospital for a check-up, they said it was a blood-related issue. Could you please tell me what the consequences are of stopping medication for chronic myeloid leukemia after 5 years?Doctor's answer:
Chronic myeloid leukemia, if the disease is well-controlled through timely and standard treatment, generally does not lead to other consequences after stopping medication for 5 years. The main factors determining the choice are the individual's disease severity and the extent of recovery, while it is also important to decide on readjusting one's mindset. During the 5-year period off medication, if bone marrow and blood tests are conducted at the hospital and the results are reassuring, no further intervention measures are necessary.