chronic myelogenous leukemia
"I was diagnosed with Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia CML in June of 2010.  I have been on Gleevec for about a year and a half now as Tasigna did not work for me.  I have had various side effects like others (i.e. swelling in the face, diarrhea, body sores, and muscle aches).  Thank heaven I did not lose my hair. The worst is the sores in my mouth that I cannot get rid of and the doctors do not find anything to give me any relief!  If I had to pay for the medicines myself I could not do it but with my wonderful insurance I am able to take the medicines and live a good life.  Otherwise I do not know where I would be without it.  I just got married in August 2012 to my soul mate and this medication give me a new lease on life!"