On March 3, 2023, the online community was deeply saddened by the news that Valorant Twitch streamer Kyedae "Kyedae" Shymko had been diagnosed with cancer. In a heartbreaking Twitter update, she shared that she had received a diagnosis of acute myeloid leukemia and that she would begin treatment soon.
Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is a type of cancer that starts in the blood and bone marrow. It happens when abnormal white blood cells grow quickly and don't function like they should, resulting in multiple problems across the body.
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Kyedae, who is also a member of the popular esports organization 100 Thieves, took to Twitter to share the news that she had been diagnosed with cancer. In her post, she revealed that she had recently received a diagnosis of acute myeloid leukemia and would be starting treatment soon.
The sudden announcement sent shockwaves through the Twitch community, with an outpouring of empathy and support flooding in from fans, fellow content creators, and gaming industry figures. Here are some of the most relevant reactions:
Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is a type of blood cancer that affects the bone marrow and blood cells. Specifically, it arises from abnormal myeloid cells, which are white blood cells that help the body fight infection.
With AML, abnormal myeloid cells grow rapidly and don't mature properly, leading to a build-up of immature cells in the bone marrow and eventually in the blood. This can cause a wide range of symptoms, such as fatigue, weakness, fever, infections, and bleeding.
Treatment for acute myeloid leukemia (AML) typically depends on several factors, such as the patient's age, overall health, and the specific characteristics of the leukemia cells.
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