What is leukemia? Causes, symptoms, and how to prevent this disease

  • ALL (acute lymphocytic leukemia)
  • AML (acute myeloid leukemia)
  • CLL (chronic lymphocytic leukemia)
  • CML (Chronic Myeloid Leukemia)

Don’t panic: They don’t all manifest in the same way, and some develop slowly over several years.

Possible causes: What we know

Although the exact cause is sometimes unclear, several factors can play a role:

  • The hereditary factor : Certain genetic predispositions increase the risk.
  • Environment : Prolonged exposure to certain chemicals (such as benzene) or significant radiation can contribute to illness.
  • History : Severe treatments such as chemotherapy can, in rare cases, weaken the system.
  • A weakened immune system : Certain viral infections can promote the development of certain types of leukemia.

warning signs

Leukemia can manifest discreetly, especially in the early stages. Here are the most common symptoms:

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  • ALL (acute lymphocytic leukemia)
  • AML (acute myeloid leukemia)
  • CLL (chronic lymphocytic leukemia)
  • CML (Chronic Myeloid Leukemia)

Don’t panic: They don’t all manifest in the same way, and some develop slowly over several years.

Possible causes: What we know

Although the exact cause is sometimes unclear, several factors can play a role:

  • The hereditary factor : Certain genetic predispositions increase the risk.
  • Environment : Prolonged exposure to certain chemicals (such as benzene) or significant radiation can contribute to illness.
  • History : Severe treatments such as chemotherapy can, in rare cases, weaken the system.
  • A weakened immune system : Certain viral infections can promote the development of certain types of leukemia.

warning signs

Leukemia can manifest discreetly, especially in the early stages. Here are the most common symptoms:

see continuation on the next page

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