AML in young adults1
Just like knowing subtypes is important to determining prognosis, an AML patient’s age is also an important factor in helping to determine risk and treatment.
Generally, patients younger than 40 respond well to treatment. Better response may be because younger AML patients are more likely to have certain chromosome abnormalities that are associated with a more favorable prognosis. Patients less than OR younger than 40 years may have fewer medical conditions that would get in the way of receiving more intense chemotherapy regimens.
Support for AML patients under 40
Depending on age and quality of health, and of course AML subtype, treatment will differ for adults under 40 who are at a different stage in life than older adults with AML. Yet, no matter what age, it is important to find support for you and your family. Servier has collected a number of resources specific to supporting younger adults with cancer.
Download our Adolescents & Young Adults With Cancer: Resources & Support brochure
Find information about AML, support groups, materials, experiences, and help with family and career while on your cancer journey.
“Meeting people and developing a comradery has kept me healthy and has been very meaningful to me.”
— Mary Clare, AML Survivor
Here are some quick links to a few of the support and resource groups you will find in the brochure.
Comprehensive Support
Cactus Cancer Society
An innovative nonprofit serving young adult cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers, ages 18-45. We encourage, empower, and connect a diverse and growing community of young adults around the world, 24/7.
Steven G. Cancer Foundation
Our mission is to build community and support for the AYA cancer community through wellness, storytelling, education, and research.
Support Groups and Experiences
Epic Experience Beyond Cancer
We empower adult cancer survivors to live life to the fullest through a combination of adventure, community, and virtual programming.
First Descents
A mission to bring the healing power of adventure to every young adult impacted by cancer and other serious health conditions.
Careers and Finances
Cancer and Careers
Empowering and educating people with cancer to thrive in their workplace by providing expert advice, interactive tools and educational events.
Expect Miracles Foundation
Awarding grants to serve as a financial bridge to help young adult survivors regain their financial footing after expensive cancer treatment and move forward towards their personal, professional and academic goals.
There are many patient organizations and online support groups for people living with AML. To learn more about AML, find clinical trials, or to connect with other patients, the groups above, and other organizations, may be a useful resource. Servier provides charitable funding to many patient organizations providing support and education to patients and families. The above list may not include all patient organizations available to patients and families.
References
1. American Cancer Society, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) Subtypes and Prognostic Factors August 21, 2018.
https://www.cancer.org/cancer/types/acute-myeloid-leukemia/detection-diagnosis-staging/how-classified.html