Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia Survivor: Lauren Johnson Shares Entire Treatment Experience

Lauren Johnson was 26 when she was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Her white blood cell counts were so high, she was told she'd have to start chemotherapy right away.
Here, she bears all, from talking about undergoing chemotherapies, long hospital stays, multiple bone marrow biopsies and spinal taps, and getting through the emotional and mental lows. Time codes are below. For her full story, also visit: www.thepatientstory.com/cancers/leukemia

[@AnneMarieBibby1966]

Lauren is amazing what an informative interview with an amazing personality. ❤

[@donnamiley6778]

She is a strong woman. I'm so sorry about her marriage. I wish her nothing but the best.

[@brilliantbutblue]

Lauren thankyou so much for bringing up relationship breakdown with Cancer and talking so openly about this as you are correct it's something no one talks about yet l see it so often as a Nurse! Also Stephanie l appreciate you encouraging Lauren to talk about this hidden impact do thankyou both.

[@kellylattimore5234]

Watching this because a really good friend of my families has just been diagnosed as of last week and it is already spread to their bones

[@sunny5871]

One of the most in-depth interviews I’ve seen on here so far. Thanks for sharing

[@generalismoquabablinotheth5902]

Good luck my partner has just been diagnosed with this start chemo today🙏, hope it isn’t too rough on her please god let her live xxx

[@twalton205]

My whole story RIGHT NOW!!!!

[@ThePatientStory]

Tara, thinking of you. I hope you're getting the good care you need and deserve. -Stephanie

[@klutzycutie]

I’ve been watching your videos. So nervous right now. Went to the hematologist yesterday and they mentioned some sort of leukemia I could have but I might not have it. My WBC was fine but my monocytes were very high. I’m praying I’m okay. I don’t know what I’m gonna do if I have leukemia. I’ve got a lot of anxiety over it.

[@ThePatientStory]

Hi there, so sorry for just getting to you. I underwent this process and ended up getting diagnosed with a lymphoma but all I knew was to just let the tests come out before thinking too much about it (so much easier said than done!). Just know you are far from alone, and give yourself some grace. Anxiety is a very real part of this. Thinking of you and hoping you get good news. ❤️ Stephanie

[@sunnygirl1714]

Great interview by both of you !!!

[@ThePatientStory]

Thank you for your kind words! I really appreciate it :). -Stephanie

[@gordanazakula5669]

@@ThePatientStory Brave lady!!! I could never undergo cancer treatment, especially chemo.
l would rather die!!!

[@BreezeWithAfrica]

@@gordanazakula5669
Wow! You would just give up and not fight!!! We all have the strength to fight and not give up!

[@denisepaulsenful]

So sad 😞 she is going through Cancer and all the painful awful side effects - plus she has kids and a household to manage - then her husband decides to leave the marriage. Terrible behaviour. Unimaginable.

[@tarastover6542]

How does one go about telling their cancer journey? I would love to tell mu story.

[@ThePatientStory]

Hi Tara! We'd love to get you onto our waitlist. If you're interested in sharing your story, just fill out our Intro Survey. Thank you! → thepatientstory.typeform.com/to/OJfTUC

[@just1lifexx11]

I have leukemia too.. i don't think it's curable... MY be loved lord want me home..