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Chronic lymphocytic leukemia(CLL) causes a slow increase in the number of white blood cells called B cells in the bone marrow. The cancerous cells spread from the blood marrow to the blood, and can also affect the lymph nodes and other organs.

Source:ADAM

Date:February 12, 2009

Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia

The cause of CLL is unknown. It is certain, however, that CLL is linked to genetic abnormalities and environmental factors.

Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Cancer

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