Leukemia Basics

Leukemia Basics

Abnormal White Blood Cells

Leukemia cells crowd out the normal blood cells in your bone marrow and build up in your lymph nodes, liver, and spleen. This makes it hard for your body to fight infections. Full Article »

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Leukemia Starts in the White Blood Cells

Doctors often find chronic leukemia in a routine blood test, before symptoms begin. More »

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Contrary to public perception, leukemia affects 10 times as many adults as children.

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