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Acute lymphocytic leukemia is a progressive, malignant disease characterized by large numbers of immature white blood cells that resemble lymphoblasts. These cells can be found in the blood, the bone marrow, the lymph n... |
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Symptoms
Bleeding gums; Bone pain or tenderness; Easy bruising; Excessive or prolonged bleeding; Fatigue; Fever; Joint pain; I...
Causes
ALL makes up 80% of childhood acute leukemias. Most cases occur in children between ages 3 and 7. The disease may als...
Tests
A physical exam may reveal the following: Bruising; Enlarged liver and spleen; Signs of bleeding (petechiae, purpura....
Treatments
The goal of treatment is to get the blood counts and the bone marrow to normal. If this occurs, the cancer is conside...
Alternative Therapies
Patients can ease the stress of their illness by joining a support group where members share common experiences and p...
Prevention
Because the cause is usually unknown, it is not possible to prevent most cases. You may reduce your risk of ALL by av...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if you develop ALL-like symptoms, or if you have ALL and you have a persistent fever o...
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