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Causes of Leukemia Treatment
Chemotherapy
Targeted Therapy
Immunotherapy
Radiation Therapy
Bone Marrow or Stem Cell Transplant
Clinical Trials
Chemotherapy is the most common treatment for leukemia. It uses strong anti-cancer drugs to destroy leukemia cells in the blood and bone marrow. The medication can be taken orally or injected, often given in cycles with rest periods in between.
Targeted therapy focuses on specific abnormalities in cancer cells, such as proteins or genes, to stop their growth. It’s often used in cases like chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) where a genetic mutation can be specifically targeted.
Immunotherapy boosts the body’s natural defenses to fight leukemia. It includes treatments like monoclonal antibodies or CAR-T cell therapy, which help the immune system recognize and kill cancer cells.
This treatment uses high-energy rays to target and kill leukemia cells. It is sometimes used to prepare for a bone marrow transplant or to treat leukemia that has spread to the brain or spinal cord.
This involves replacing diseased bone marrow with healthy stem cells from a donor (allogeneic) or the patient’s own body (autologous). It helps restore the body’s ability to produce healthy blood cells after high-dose chemotherapy or radiation.
Some patients may opt for experimental therapies offered through clinical trials. These may include new drug combinations, advanced immunotherapies, or gene therapies not yet widely available.
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Chemotherapy is the most common and widely used treatment for leukemia, involving drugs to destroy leukemia cells.
Some treatments like chemotherapy may cause discomfort or side effects, but pain is usually managed with supportive care.
Many types of leukemia can be cured or go into long-term remission, especially with early diagnosis and proper treatment.
The success rate varies by type and stage of leukemia. Acute lymphoblastic leukemia in children has a high success rate of over 85%.
Treatment duration depends on the type of leukemia. It can last from several months to a few years with maintenance phases.
It depends on your health and treatment plan. Some patients continue part-time work, while others need full rest.
Targeted therapy uses drugs to block specific genes or proteins that help leukemia cells grow and survive.
Not always. A bone marrow transplant is recommended in certain high-risk or relapsed leukemia cases.
Common side effects include fatigue, nausea, hair loss, lowered immunity, and risk of infections.
There is no scientifically proven natural cure for leukemia. Medical treatment is essential for effective recovery.
Yes, pediatric leukemia treatment is well-studied, and many children respond positively to therapy with high survival rates.
The cost of leukemia treatment in India can range from ₹5 lakhs to ₹25 lakhs or more depending on the treatment type and hospital.
A balanced, nutrient-rich diet with adequate hydration and low sugar intake is generally recommended for leukemia patients.
Yes, leukemia can relapse. Regular follow-up and maintenance therapy help monitor and reduce recurrence risk.
While most leukemia cases are not inherited, certain genetic mutations can increase the risk.
Doctors monitor blood counts, bone marrow biopsies, and imaging to evaluate treatment response.
Leukemia affects blood and bone marrow, while lymphoma affects the lymphatic system like lymph nodes and spleen.
Yes, leukemia cells can spread to the brain, liver, spleen, lymph nodes, and skin in some cases.
Common early symptoms include fatigue, frequent infections, bruising easily, and unexplained weight loss.
Yes, although ALL is more common in children, it can also occur in adults and is treated accordingly.
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