Diseases
chronic lymphocytic leukemia
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Overview
Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) is a type of cancer of the blood and bone marrow — the spongy tissue inside bones where blood cells are made. The term "chronic" in chronic lymphocytic leukemia comes from the fact that this leukemia typically progresses more slowly than other types of leukemia. The term "lymphocytic" in chronic lymphocytic leukemia comes from the cells affected by the disease.
Symptoms
- fever
- enlarged, but painless, lymph nodes
- fatigue
- night sweats
- pain in the upper left portion of the abdomen
Causes
- doctors aren't certain what starts the process that causes chronic lymphocytic leukemia.
Risk factors
- this disease occurs most often in older adults.
- white people are more likely to develop chronic lymphocytic leukemia than are pe
- family history of blood and bone marrow cancers.
Diagnosis
- blood tests
- imaging tests, such as (ct) and pet
Medicines used
Frequently asked questions
What is chronic lymphocytic leukemia?
Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) is a type of cancer of the blood and bone marrow — the spongy tissue inside bones where blood cells are made. The term "chronic" in chronic lymphocytic leukemia comes from the fact that this leukemia typically progresses more slowly than other types of leukemia. The term "lymphocytic" in chronic lymphocytic leukemia comes from the cells affected by the disease.
What are the symptoms of chronic lymphocytic leukemia?
fever, enlarged, but painless, lymph nodes, fatigue, night sweats, pain in the upper left portion of the abdomen
What causes chronic lymphocytic leukemia?
doctors aren't certain what starts the process that causes chronic lymphocytic leukemia.
Which medicines are used for chronic lymphocytic leukemia?
chlorambucil, immunoglobulin, rituximab
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