"How soon does she need treatment to start?" 

 "Ideally, Mr. Hills, we wouldn't want to delay treatment for too long. AML can progress quickly, especially in older patients. However,  we need to consider a few things before we move forward."

Kent swallowed hard. "Anything, doctor. Just tell me what we need to do."

“ The initial stage involves a more thorough series of examinations. Conducting a bone marrow biopsy will provide us with more insight into the specific type of leukemia your grandmother is dealing with and the level of aggression it may exhibit. We also need to evaluate her general well-being and determine her ability to withstand treatment”

Kent...