Upon hearing the name “Leukemia” cancer, many of you will say that it is the lesser known type of cancer. But, let us tell you that leukemia is also known as blood cancer. As different months are observed as awareness months for different types of cancer, September brings leukemia into focus. So, as the September is going to start shortly, it is the perfect time to increase public consciousness and understanding about the disease. It includes all from the symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatments and the resources which offer updated information about the cause round the year.

What is leukemia?

The second name of Leukemia i.e. blood cancer explains the term. In simple, leukemia is cancer which is caused in the blood cells. The human body has three types of cells- RBC (Red Blood Cells), WBC (White Blood Cells) and Platelets; leukemia is the cancer of WBCs.

In leukemia, a large number of white blood cells are made, but these are abnormal cells and don’t function normally. Though these cells are normally produced in the bone marrow, but they can also get formed in the lymph nodes, thymus gland, and spleen. Once these abnormal cells are produced, they can spread to other body parts including kidneys, liver, spleen, lungs and even to the brain and spinal cord.

Some facts about leukemia

1. • Depending on the type of cells, leukemia is classified into two categories- Myelogenous Leukemia (leukemia that involves myeloid cells) and Lymphocytic Leukemia (leukemia that involves lymphocytes).

2. The exact causes of leukemia are unknown, though identification of some risk factors has been done. These risk factors include exposure to benzene and radiations.

3. Common symptoms of leukemia include joint pain, swollen lymph nodes, excessive sweating, fever, tiredness even after taking rest, frequent infections, loss of appetite and unintentional weight loss.

4. Leukemia is diagnosed by examining the medical history and by examining the bone marrow and blood samples with the help of a microscope.

5. Treatment of leukemia depends on various factors like leukemia types, the extent of disease, prior treatment history, and patient’s age.

6. Leukemia cannot be prevented.

7. Chemotherapy, radiation therapy, immune therapy, stem cell transplantation and targeted therapy are the available treatments for leukemia.

Let the maximum people know what is Leukemia……

As the cases of Leukemia are on an increase, it is crucial to make the people learn about it. Awareness is the most important thing that can reduce the number of deaths occurring due to the disease.

 

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So, you need to make your contribution and make maximum people aware about the cause. If you are thinking about the perfect way for raising awareness then you must consider using products like leukemia cancer awareness bracelets. Though effectiveness, affordability, safety and a wide choice of designs are the reasons that you should use the custom silicone bands, but the most important reason is that this trendy item will work for longer as people will keep it wearing for months. Also, these customized bracelets can raise awareness on a large scale.