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Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)
Acute myelogenous leukemia is a cancer of blood-forming tissues of the bone marrow. It is characterized by the growth of immature white blood cells. There are 8 categories of AML, categorized as M0 to M7, based on which...
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Symptoms
Abnormal menstrual periods; Bleeding from the nose; Bleeding gums; Bruising; Bone pain or tenderness; Fatigue; Fever; P...
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Causes
Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is one of the most common types of leukemia among adults. This type of cancer is rare unde...
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Tests
The doctor will perform a physical exam. There may be signs of a swollen spleen, liver, or lymph nodes. A complete bloo...
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Treatments
Treatment involves using medicines to kill the cancer cells. This is called chemotherapy. But chemotherapy kills normal...
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Drugs
arsenic trioxide
cytarabine
DAUNOrubicin
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Alternative Therapies
See also: Cancer support group; Leukemia support group.
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Risk Factors
Chemical Exposure
Chemotherapy
Exposure to radiation
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Complications
Complications of AML and cancer treatment include severe infections and life-threatening bleeding. Sometimes, the cance...
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Prevention
If you work around radiation or chemicals linked to leukemia, you should always wear protective gear.
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Doctor Specialties
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you develop symptoms of AML. Call your health care provider i...
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