ALL
ALL (Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia)
ALL (pronounced: /æl/), or Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia, is a type of cancer that originates from the early version of white blood cells in the bone marrow (the soft inner part of the bones, where new blood cells are made).
Etymology
The term "Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia" is derived from the Greek words "leukos" (white), "aima" (blood), and "blastos" (germ). The term "acute" is used to describe the rapid progression of the disease, while "lymphoblastic" refers to the type of cells affected.
Symptoms
Symptoms of ALL may include fatigue, fever, pain in the bones or joints, swollen lymph nodes, and bleeding or bruising easily.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of ALL typically involves blood tests, bone marrow tests, and genetic tests.
Treatment
Treatment for ALL usually involves chemotherapy, radiation therapy, stem cell transplant, or targeted therapy.
Prognosis
The prognosis for ALL varies depending on a variety of factors, including the patient's age, overall health, and the specific characteristics of the leukemia.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on ALL
- Wikipedia's article - ALL
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