1. Leukemia
An estimate reveals over 327,520 people in the U.S. are living with Leukemia.
In India leukemia is ranked among the list of top cancers affecting Indians.

2. What is leukemia?
Leukemia is a type of blood cancer caused by the abnormal rapid formation of White Blood Cells (WBCs) in the blood that obstructs the formation of Red Blood Cells (RBCs) and platelets required for immunity in the body. 2

3. If a person has Leukemia…
He/she can easily get caught by any infection (viral, bacterial, or other microorganism)
Can even easily bruised or bleed excessively 3

4. Types of Leukemia Based on type of White Blood Cell (WBC) affected:
Lymphocytic Leukemia(affects lymphocytes of lymphatic tissue that makes up your immune system)
Myelogenous Leukemia (affects myeloid cells that form RBCs, WBCs, and platelet-producing cells)
Based on how fast it spreads in body:
Acute Leukemia (attacks the body suddenly, requires immediate treatment)
Chronic Leukemia (grows slowly over the months) 4

5. Why did I get Leukemia? Exposure to radiations
There is actually no specific known cause of leukemia but yes suspected causes given by researchers are:
Exposure to radiations
Exposure to chemicals such as benzene and other hydrocarbons
Smoking
Genetic abnormalities, such as Down syndrome
Family history of leukemia 5

6. What are the Symptoms of Leukemia?
Symptoms mostly resemble flu or common cold. If you experience any of the below, consult your doctor for early diagnosis and treatment:
Fever and chills
Excessive sweating at nights
Weakness and fatigue
Swollen or bleeding gums
Continuous headaches
Anemia
Enlarged liver and spleen
Swollen tonsils
Unexplained weight loss 6

7. Which Tests detect Leukemia?
Blood tests
Bone marrow aspiration and biopsy
Chromosome testing
Lumbar puncture (spinal tap)
Ultrasound, X-ray, CT scan, and MRI 7

8. Stages of Leukemia Stage 0 Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 Stage 4
-More than 5,000
lymphocytes per
microliter of blood
-No other physical
signs
-Enlarged lymph
nodes
-No sign of an
enlarged liver,
spleen, anemia, or
low levels of
platelets
-Lymphocytosis
-Enlarged spleen
and/or liver
-May or may not
have swollen
lymph nodes
-Lymphocytosis
and anemia
-May or may not
have swollen
lymph nodes
-Enlarged liver or
spleen
-Lymphocytosis &
low platelets levels
-May or may not
have swollen
lymph nodes, an
enlarged liver or
spleen, or anemia 8

9. Treatment of leukemia
Treatment is based on the stage and type of blood cancer. It is usually the combination of:
Chemotherapy
Biological therapy (biotherapy or Biological Response Modifiers, BRMs)
Stem cell transplant (bone marrow transplant)
Radiation therapy
Targeted drug therapy
Induction therapy
Wait-and-watch approach (in case of early stage or chronic leukemia, which is progressing slowly) 9

10. Free Treatment Guidance
If you or any loved one has been diagnosed with Leukemia, please do not hesitate to avail our free guidance, for treatment in India.
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