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Acute lymphocytic leukemia(ALL) is a fast-growing cancer in which the body produces a large number of immature white blood cells(lymphocytes). These cells are found in the blood, bone marrow, lymph nodes, spleen, and ot... |
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Tests
Bruising Enlarged liver and spleen Signs of bleeding( petechiae, purpura).Abnormal white blood cell(WBC) count Low re...
Treatments
The goal of treatment is to get the blood counts and the bone marrow back to normal. If this occurs, the cancer is s...
Drugs
—Chemotherapeutic drugs instilled directly into the spinal fluid, either by spinal tap or through a special res...
Alternative Therapies
Patients can ease the stress of their illness by joining a support group where members share common experiences and p...
Prevention
Because the cause is usually unknown, it is not possible to prevent most cases. You may reduce your risk of ALL by a...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if:You develop ALL-like symptomsYou have ALL and you have a persistent fever or other ...
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