The type of leukemia that I am dealing with is tre... is one of a famous quotes by Kareem Abdul Jabbar. Complete quote is as follows; The type of leukemia that I am dealing with is treatable. So if I do what my doctors tell me to do - get my blood checked regularly, take my meds and consult with my doctor and follow any additional instructions he might make - I will be able to maintain my good health and live my life with a minimum of disruptions to my lifestyle.