How aware are you of the subtle early signs of Leukemia, like unexplained fatigue and frequent infections? Understanding these can be crucial for early detection and treatment.

About

Leukemia is a cancer affecting the body's blood-forming tissues, including the bone marrow and the lymphatic system. It predominantly impacts the leukocytes or white blood cells, leading to their uncontrolled proliferation.

Signs and Symptoms

• Chronic fatigue and weakness
• Recurrent infections due to white blood cell dysfunction
• Unexplained weight loss
• Night sweats
• Swollen lymph nodes, liver, or spleen enlargement.
• Bone pains
• Easy bruising
• petechiae and purpura

Treatment

Comprehensive treatment can include chemotherapy to destroy cancer cells, biological therapy to boost the body’s immune system, targeted therapy focusing on specific cancer cell vulnerabilities, radiation therapy, and stem cell transplant to replace diseased bone marrow.

Prevention

While leukemia cannot be completely prevented, risk reduction strategies include avoiding exposure to high levels of radiation, avoiding smoking, and reducing exposure to benzene and other chemicals known to trigger leukaemia.