What is Leukemia?

Description of the disease:

Leukemia is a malignant blood disease caused by an excess of abnormal cells in the bone marrow and blood. These abnormal cells can slow down or stop the production of healthy blood cells, leading to various complications.

Classification:

• Acute Myeloid Leukemia
• Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
• Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
• Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia

Symptoms:

• Fatigue and weakness
• Frequent infections
• Bleeding and bruises that don't heal
• Unexplained weight loss
• Bone and joint pain

Causes:

The causes of leukemia are not fully understood, but certain genetic and environmental factors are known to play a role in the development of this disease.

Diagnosis:

Diagnosis of leukemia includes blood, bone marrow, and lymph node analysis, as well as examining the patient for signs of the disease.

Treatment:

Treatment for leukemia may include chemotherapy, radiation therapy, bone marrow transplantation, and immunotherapy.

Prevention:

Preventing leukemia involves avoiding contact with harmful chemicals, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and regular medical check-ups.

Physician:

Leukemia treatment is provided by an oncologist-hematologist.