A helpful look at the symptoms of acute lymphocytic leukemia.
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Read on to learn more about acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL). This type of leukemia starts in very early or premature forms of white blood cells called lymphocytes. These immature cells are called lymphoblasts, or just blasts. As the blasts grow, they can crowd out the normal cells in the bone marrow.
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After a diagnosis of ALL, you will likely need more tests. These tests help your healthcare providers learn more about the cancer and how to treat it.
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A bone marrow biopsy involves removing a small sample of the bone marrow inside your bones for testing. Read on to learn what to expect before, during, and after this procedure.
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During and after treatment for acute lymphocytic leukemia, you will have many tests. These tests check your blood and bone marrow for leukemia cells. They are used to see how well treatment is working.
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You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
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Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
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People often choose to wear wigs, scarves, or hats while or after losing their hair. If this is what you would like to do, pick them out ahead of time and start wearing them before your hair is completely gone.
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Chemotherapy can affect both the skin and nails. It may cause an increased sensitivity to the sun as well as redness, rashes, itching, peeling, dryness, or acne. Nails may become darkened, yellow, brittle, or cracked, and may also develop vertical lines or ridges.
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