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Leukemia

The disease is categorized by how fast it progresses and the type of blood cell it affects: By Progression

Progresses rapidly and involves immature cells (blasts) that cannot function normally; requires immediate, aggressive treatment. leukemia

Leukemia is a group of blood cancers that typically begin in the bone marrow and result in the rapid production of abnormal white blood cells . These abnormal cells crowd out healthy blood cells, making it difficult for the body to fight infections, carry oxygen, or control bleeding. Main Types of Leukemia The disease is categorized by how fast it

Affects the lymphoid cells (lymphocytes), which form lymphatic tissue and the immune system. though still abnormal

Develops more slowly and involves more mature, though still abnormal, cells; patients may remain asymptomatic for years. By Cell Type