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Leukemia- Blood cancer

Overview

Leukemia is a type of cancer that affects the blood and bone marrow, where blood cells are produced. Normally, the bone marrow produces white blood cells, red blood cells, and platelets. Leukemia is characterized by the overproduction of immature white blood cells, known as blasts.

The main types include:

  • Acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL)
  • Acute myeloid leukemia (AML)
  • Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)
  • Chronic myeloid leukemia (CML)
  • Causes

  • Genetic predisposition
  • Exposure to radiation
  • Exposure to certain chemicals
  • Previous cancer treatment
  • Genetic disorders
  • Immune system disorders
  • Age
  • Gender
  • Symptoms

  • Fatigue
  • Fever or chills
  • Easy bruising or bleeding
  • Frequent infections
  • Pale skin
  • Unexplained weight loss
  • Swollen lymph nodes
  • Bone or joint pain
  • Night sweats
  • Treatment: Modern Medicine

  • Chemotherapy
  • Radiation therapy
  • Stem cell transplant
  • Targeted therapy
  • Immunotherapy
  • Treatment: Traditional Medicine

  • Ayurvedic Medicines
  • Traditional Chinese Medicines (TCM)Unani Medicines
  • Siddha Medicines
  • Tibetan Traditional Medicines
  • African Herbal Remedies
  • Latin American Folk Remedies
  • European Traditional Herbalism
  • Homeopathic Remedies (Supportive Use)
  • Nutraceuticals and Medicinal Mushrooms
  • Caution

  • Avoiding exposure to toxins
  • Avoid infections
  • Protect against injury
  • Prevention

  • Healthy diet
  • Gentle exercise
  • Stress management
  • Adequate rest

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