Leukemia Articles A-Z
Cause of Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
The cause of acute lymphocytic leukemia may be linked to certain risk factors, such as being exposed to x-rays before birth. This page of the eMedTV website discusses the possible cause of acute lymphocytic leukemia in both children and adults.
Causes of Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
The causes of chronic lymphocytic leukemia are not yet known. This section of the eMedTV archives discusses risk factors that increase the chances of developing chronic lymphocytic leukemia, such as being middle-aged or older, male, or Caucasian.
The exact causes of leukemia are not yet known. As explained in this eMedTV article, however, researchers have identified risk factors (such as exposure to very high levels of radiation) that increase one's chances of developing leukemia.
Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
There are three phases of childhood ALL treatment: induction therapy, consolidation/intensification therapy, and maintenance therapy. This eMedTV article describes childhood ALL treatment in detail, including when each is used.
Exposure to radiation and a history of myelodysplastic syndrome or aplastic anemia may affect the risk of developing childhood AML. This eMedTV article describes childhood AML in detail, including symptoms, risk factors, and treatment options.
Childhood AML stages include untreated, in remission, or recurrent. This page of the eMedTV website offers an in-depth look at each of the childhood AML stages, since doctors generally prescribe treatments based on the specific stage.
Regular followup exams are an important component of childhood AML treatment, because side effects can result long after treatment ends. This eMedTV article describes childhood AML treatment options, including chemotherapy and radiation therapy.
Childhood AML Treatment by Phase
Childhood AML treatment by phase includes chemotherapy, stem cell therapy, and radiation therapy, among other options. As this eMedTV article explains, the AML subtype is also considered when planning childhood AML treatment by phase.