Leukemia

Leukemia

Leukemia is a cancer in the blood that includes the bone marrow and affects the immune system leaving the patient prone to infection.Causes:Scientists don't understand the exact causes of Leukemia, it is based off of environmental causes and genetic causes. Risk factors:-Smoking -Genetics-Exposure to certain chemicals such as benzene-Previous cancer patient

Symptoms vary based on type of Leukemia.common symptoms:-fever/chills-fatigue-severe infections-losing weight-swollen lymph nodes - enlarged liver and spleen-easy bleeding and bruising-nosebleeds-tiny red spots on skin-bone pain

Treatment options vary based on type and stage of leukemia. Common treatment options includes chemotherapy, biological therapy, targeted therapy, radiation therapy, stem cell transplant.

Symptoms

Treatment

200,000 or less cases are diagnosed in the US every year.Prevention:As of right now there is no way to prevent leukemia.