u/RepresentativeHunt70

Everything feels like it's happening so fast. So confused on what is next.

My little sister is 26 and was admitted two weeks ago after being diagnosed with AML. Everything has moved so quickly from the day of her diagnosis to now, and I feel like I’m left with so many questions. She’s currently on day 7 of 7+3+GO, and her initial bone marrow biopsy confirmed AML with inv(16), which I understand is considered a favorable-risk subtype. However, after reading more about it, I’m confused about the role of stem cell transplant and whether it’s necessary to achieve a cure. Is it possible for her to achieve remission and potentially be cured with chemotherapy alone? At what point would a transplant be recommended, and should I be pushing for one now?

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