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Leukemia facts
- Leukemia is a cancer of the blood cells.
- While the exact cause(s) of leukemia is not known, risk factors have been identified.
- Leukemias are grouped by how quickly the disease develops (acute or chronic) as well as by the type of blood cell that is affected (lymphocytes or myelocytes). The four main types of leukemia include acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL), chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL), acute myelocytic leukemia (AML), and chronic myelocytic leukemia (CML).
- People with leukemia are at significantly increased risk for developing infections, anemia, and bleeding. Other symptoms and signs include easy bruising, weight loss, night sweats, and unexplained fevers.
- The diagnosis of leukemia is supported by findings of the
medical history and examination, and examining blood
and bone marrow samples under a microscope.
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PATIENT INFORMATION
Serious Allergic Reactions
Patients should be informed of the possibility of serious allergic reac-tions, including anaphylaxis, and advised to immediately report any swellings or difficulty breathing.
Thrombosis
Patients should be advised to immediately report any severe headache. Arm or leg swelling, acute shortness of breath, and chest pain also should be reported immediately.
Pancreatitis
Patients should be advised to immediately report any severe abdominal pain.
Glucose Intolerance
Patients should be advised to report excessive thirst or any increase in the volume or frequency of urination.
Last reviewed on RxList: 10/10/2008
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.
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