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Can Myelofibrosis get worse?
Myelofibrosis can progress to acute lymphocytic leukemia or lymphoma
Is Myelofibrosis associated with acute myeloid leukemia?
Yes
What has the author Donald Pinkel written?
Donald Pinkel has written: 'Treatment of acute lymphocytic leukemia' -- subject(s): Antineoplastic agents, Chemotherapy, Lymphoblastic leukemia in children
What has the author Dionne Elise Laslo written?
Dionne Elise Laslo has written: 'The relation between child coping, parent coping and psychosocial adjustment in children and adolescents with acute lymphocytic leukemia' -- subject(s): Chronically ill children, Family relationships, Lymphocytic leukemia, Parents, Psychological aspects, Psychological aspects of Lymphocytic leukemia, Psychology, Treatment
Where is mylofibrosis placed in or among leukemia?
Myelofibrosis is classified as a myeloproliferative neoplasm (MPN), which is a group of disorders characterized by the overproduction of blood cells. While not classified as leukemia itself, myelofibrosis can lead to secondary acute myeloid leukemia (AML) in some patients. It primarily affects the bone marrow, leading to fibrosis and impaired blood cell production, which can result in anemia, splenomegaly, and other complications. Thus, myelofibrosis is related to leukemia but is distinct in its classification.
How does uric acid affect acute lymphocytic leukemia?
The uric acid does not effect the leukemia however the treatment of leukemia leads to the production of uric acid which in turn can leas to kidney stones and other problems.
How bad is lymphocytic leukemia?
It depends on whether its acute or chronic and at what stage it is. The chronic form is usually slower progressing and has a better prognosis.
What is the death rate of children dying from leukemia?
* Acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL): 66.1 percent overall; 91.2 percent for children under 5 * Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL): 76.2 percent * Acute myelogenous leukemia (AML): 21.3 percent overall; 55.2 percent for children under 15 * Chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML): 46.7 percent This is the survival rate.....NOT THE DEATH RATE.
What are the names of the different leukemias?
The main types of leukemia are classified into four primary categories: acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL), acute myeloid leukemia (AML), chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL), and chronic myeloid leukemia (CML). Acute leukemias, such as ALL and AML, progress rapidly, while chronic leukemias, including CLL and CML, typically develop more slowly. Each type has distinct characteristics, treatment approaches, and prognoses.
What is CBC of a person with leukemia?
It really depends on the type of leukemia. But there are several generalizations one can make across the board for all types. Leukemia reflects an unregulated accumulation of immature cells in the bone marrow and lymph tissue. WBC's typically >50,000 per cubic millimeter Shift to the Left # Acute myelocytic leukemia - increased blasts, increased pros and increased segs # Acute lymphocytic leukemia - Increased L-blasts, increased L-pros and no increased segs # Chronic myelocytic leukemia - presence of metas or myelos and increased segs # Chronic lymphocytic leukemia - presence of metas or myelos and no increased segs There are the basics.
How many different kinds of leukemia are there?
Chronic and Acute. Chronic worsens slowly, acute worsens quickly. Chronic leukemias are Chronic Lymphoblasitc Leukemia andChronic Myeloid Leukemia. Acute leukemias are Acute Lymphoblastice Leukemia and Acute Myeloid Leukemia.
What type of leukemia is associated with Down syndrome?
Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL) and Down Syndrome both have been associated with mutations in the JAK2 gene.
