Leukemia
Overview
Leukemia is cancer of the
body's blood-forming tissues, including the bone marrow and the lymphatic
system.
Many types of leukemia
exist. Some forms of leukemia are more common in children. Other forms of
leukemia occur mostly in adults.
Leukemia usually involves
the white blood cells. Your white blood cells are potent infection fighters —
they normally grow and divide in an orderly way, as your body needs them. But
in people with leukemia, the bone marrow produces an excessive amount of
abnormal white blood cells, which don't function properly.
Treatment for leukemia can
be complex — depending on the type of leukemia and other factors. But there are
strategies and resources that can help make your treatment successful
Symptoms
Leukemia Cancer Cell
Leukemia symptoms vary,
depending on the type of leukemia. Common leukemia signs and symptoms include:
Fever or chills
Persistent fatigue, weakness
Frequent or severe
infections
Losing weight without trying
Swollen lymph nodes,
enlarged liver or spleen
Easy bleeding or bruising
Recurrent nosebleeds
Tiny red spots in your skin
(petechiae)
Excessive sweating,
especially at night
Bone pain or tenderness
When to see a doctor
Make an appointment with
your doctor if you have any persistent signs or symptoms that worry you.
Leukemia symptoms are often
vague and not specific. You may overlook early leukemia symptoms because they
may resemble symptoms of the flu and other common illnesses.
Sometimes leukemia is
discovered during blood tests for some other condition.
Jan Ricks Jennings
Senior Consultant
Senior Management Resources,
LLC
412,913.0636 Cell
724.733.0509 Office
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