...Running head: LEUKEMIA 1 Leukemia Maryam Kamber Eastern Illinois University LEUKEMIA 2 Leukemia is a cancer of blood cells, specifically white blood cells that are responsible for fighting infection. However, the abnormal cells in leukemia do not function in the same way as normal white blood cells. Leukemia cells continue to grow and divide, eventually crowding out normal blood cells. The end result is that it becomes difficult for the body to fight infections, control bleeding and transport oxygen (Medicine Net, 2015). It is estimated that each year, approximately 30,800 individuals will be diagnosed with leukemia in the United States (National Library Medicine, 2016). With these statistics it is clear to see just how common it is and why its so important for us to continue studying it in hopes of finding new scientific advances for controlling or maybe even curing it. Though the direct cause of leukemia isn’t understood, scientists can say that it seems to develop from a combination of genetic and environmental factors (Mayo Clinic, 2016). Leukemia is thought to occur when some blood cells acquire mutations in their DNA. Certain abnormalities cause the cell to grow and divide more rapidly and to continue living when normal cells would die (Cancer Treatment Centers of America, 2015). Over time, these abnormal cells can crowd out healthy blood cells in...
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...Leukemia Description: Leukemia is a type of blood cancer that begins in the bone marrow. Types of leukemia- acute or chronic: Acute leukemia gets worse very fast and may make you feel sick right away. Chronic leukemia gets worse slowly and may not cause symptoms for years. And Lymphocytic or myelogenous: lymphocytic affects the white blood cells called lymphocytes and myelogenous affects the white blood cells called myelocytes. Sign and symptoms: fever/ night sweats, headaches, bruising/bleeding, bone or joint pain, swollen or painful belly from enlarged spleen, swollen lymph nodes in armpit/neck/groin, gets a lot of infections, feeling very tired or weak, losing weight or not hungry. Cause: experts are unknown of the cause, but there are risks of some kinds of leukemia. The risks are exposed to large amounts of radiation, exposed to certain chemicals at work such as benzene, some type of chemotherapy to treat another cancer, Down syndrome or some other genetic problem, or smoking. Diagnosis: often found after a routine blood test. If you contain symptoms of leukemia your doctor will run a blood test to figure out what’s causing the symptoms. They may find chronic leukemia before you have symptoms. Treatments: chemotherapy- can be received by induction, consolidation, or maintenance. Also radiation therapy. If cancer gets worse they may use the system of stem cell transplant, or more chemotherapy. Prognosis: outcomes- Active disease: Leukemia is still present during...
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...New cells grow even when you don't need them, and old cells don't die when they should. These extra cells can form a mass called a tumor except in the case of leukemia where cancer prohibits normal blood function by abnormal cell division in the blood stream. In some cases cancer is preventable by avoidance of the risk factors, control occupational hazards, vaccination, etc. Unfortunately some cancers, like leukemia, are not preventable. Leukemia is commonly known as a cancer of the blood and affects blood-forming cells in the body. Leukemia is a type of cancer that starts in blood-forming tissue such as the bone marrow and causes large numbers of blood cells to be produced and enter the bloodstream. These deranged, immature cells accumulate in the blood and within organs of the body and are not able to carry out the normal functions of blood cells. Each year, nearly 27,000 adults and more than 2,000 children in the United States learn that they have leukemia. From 1999–2006, the rate of people dying from leukemia has varied, depending on their race and ethnicity (Center for Disease Control and Prevention , 2010). It is estimated that each year, approximately 30,800 individuals will be diagnosed with leukemia in the United States and 21,700 individuals will die of the disease. Although the overall incidence of leukemia has been declining in the United States, recent reports suggest that incidence rates may be increasing for certain age and racial groups (Center for Disease...
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...Leukemia strikes all ages and both sexes. In 1995 approximately 20,400 people died from Leukemia. The all time five year survival rate is 38%. This rate has gone to 52% in the mid 1980"s. Approximately 25,700 cases were reported in 1995 alone(American Cancer Society-leukemia, 1995). Leukemia is a form of cancer in the blood cells. Most forms of Leukemia occur in the white blood cells. These abnormal cells reproduce in large quantities and look and perform differently than normal cells(MedicineNet-leukemia, 1997).Right now the causes of Leukemia are unknown. Some studies have shown that exposure to high-energy radiation increases chances of contracting leukemia. Such radiation was produced in the atomic bombing of Japan during World War II. There is also enough energy in nuclear plants so strict safety precautions are taken. Some research shows that exposure to electric magnetic fields, such as power lines and electric appliances, is a possible risk factor. More studies are needed to prove this link. Some genetic conditions, such as Down"s syndrome, are also believed to increase the risk factor. Exposure to some chemicals is also suspected to be a risk factor. By learning the causes of leukemia treatment options will become available(MedicineNet-leukemia, 1997). There are many symptoms of leukemia. The symptoms of leukemia are the same for all the different types of leukemia. The acute types of leukemia, ALL and AML, symptoms are seen more quickly than in the chronic...
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...together so she can talk to us all at the same time. She doesn’t want to have to make a bunch of phone calls.” It was then, everyone knew it was not going to be good, but our first thought was the breast cancer had returned. Who would have ever imagined what she was about to tell us. The family was sitting in the living room and was in total shock when she explained that the doctors told her she had leukemia. They did not know when she contracted it; there was no way of knowing how long she had it. She said they told her that she would need extensive chemotherapy and radiation treatments to battle the leukemia, but there were no guarantees that she could beat it. She sat there with tears running down her face when she said, “I am just too tired. I cannot fight this battle, I’m too weak. I’m sorry and I love you all, please know that, but I am not going to go through with the treatments.” My heart broke at that moment. She was admitted into the hospital six days later, and she was with us only three days before she was gone. Nine days was all the family got to spend with her, the leukemia took her so fast. My hero, my role model and my best friend was gone. Everybody prays that no one else in the family will have to...
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...BIOTECHNOLOGY DATE: 21.08.2014 ASSIGNMENT: LEUKEMIA SUBMITTED BY: Prateem Das ID: 12136014 BIOTECHNOLOGY, MNS SUBMITTED TO: ROMANA SIDDIQUE LECTURER MNS DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS AND NATURAL SCIENCES Introduction Leukemia is a type of cancer that results in the body making too many abnormal white blood cells. This uncontrolled production results in an excessive amount of white blood cells that may be immature (acute leukemia) or mature (chronic leukemia). The leukemic cells may not function well to fight infection and may interfere with the production of red blood cells (which carry oxygen) and platelets (which control bleeding). Normally, white blood cells play an important role in the body's natural defence system. They target and destroy foreign invaders like viruses and bacteria. White blood cells are made in the marrow (the spongy core) of your bones. Without healthy and functioning white blood cells, the body is at risk of developing severe and sometimes fatal infections. Different types of leukemia Acute leukemia develops within days to weeks, and large numbers of immature cells called "blasts" build up. These cells can't function as well as normal white blood cells, so people with acute leukemia are at a higher risk of infection. Because the body is so busy producing "blasts," it can't make as many red blood cells or platelets, which can cause anemia and bleeding disorders. Chronic leukemia, which progresses over the course of months to...
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...every 10,000 will be diagnosed with cancer (Fraser). Many people have been researching to find the cure of leukemia and it was hard. There was a lot of time, effort, and concentration put into it too. After 30 to 40 years they’ve been becoming quite skilled at curing childhood leukemia. If the doctors and specialists identify the subtype of leukemia those children have a much of a lower risk of not making it through chemotherapy and to grow up being healthy (Fraser). Now because of all of our great technology we have it also increases how many children are getting better and surviving. There are many different types of leukemia, they’re all different and that means that they are not treated the same. In order to help cure this cancer the oncologists have to understand the subtype very well (Fraser). They have to understand in order to give the right curative medication and create a right schedule. These schedules are created with collaborative national efforts (Fraser). Dr. Joanne Porter can go online and compare her child that she is working with among 2,500 other children that are going through the same thing. Plus the network is highly beneficial to many of these doctors. Also Dr. Porter is coming to the conclusion that hopefully one day this network will help discover how leukemia can be prevented (Fraser). Work Cited Fraser, Marcie. "News." Childhood Leukemia Research Has Come a Long Way. YNN, 8 Oct. 2013. Web. 08 Oct....
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...blood and sent to a cancer doctor. She was diagnosed with Acute Myelogenous Leukemia two days later. II. (Information Hunger) Here isquestion for you, how many people in the United States do you think get leukemia in a year? According to the American Cancer Society, 43,000 people in the United States are diagnosed with leukemia each year III. (Purpose) After my speech today, you will know more information about leukemia. IV. (Thesis) The following content I will be discussing is about leukemia, what it is and different treatments. Body I. What is leukemia? 1. According to Medical News Today, It is a cancer of the blood or bone marrow. 2. The word leukemia comes from the Greek words, leukos and aima A. Leukos means white B. Aima means blood 3. Leukemia happens when the DNA of immature blood cells become damaged. A. This happens to mainly the white blood cells. B. This will make the blood cells grow and divide chaotically. C. Then the “bad” cells will take up more and more of the space to where the “good” cells will suffer and become ill also. 4. Different types of leukemia and their survival ratio in 5 years according to WebMD and MD Anderson Cancer Center. A. Acute leukemia involves an overgrowth of very immature blood cells. ...
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...| 2012 | | Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Tawanda Bryant | [Leukemia and Lymphoma Society] | The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is: Cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease and myeloma, and improves the quality of life of patients and their families. Providing free information and support services, Leukemia and Lymphoma funds lifesaving blood cancer research around the world. | LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY TAWANDA BRYANT 11410 COUNTY ROAD 20 BOLIGEE, AL 35443 (205) 336-9851 tbryant3030@yahoo.com LEADERSHIP and ORGANIZATIONAL MAR12 SEC AA March 9, 2012 INSTRUCTOR: SHAROLYN HERGOTT LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY I have picked this organization because my best friend passed away last year with leukemia and I wanted to find out more on this disease and what I can do to help. Been passionate and concern about not only her health but the health of her kids, my research will show why it is important to me as well as others. Having a passion for helping other in any way I can is what I am going for. I also like the face that I can somewhat relate to their illness and pain they endure within their life. I would love to find a quicker cure for these diseases, but I know others are working on something better. Having someone close to you with any type of disease, not just leukemia or lymphoma is hard to take in and understand. Having the ability to communicate, have critical thinking, collaboration, and the ability to problem solve is what I aim...
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...Leukemia The body is composed of little cells, such as skin cells, muscle cells, heart cells, nerve cells, and bone cells. These cells turn a bit bigger, then divides to shape new cells as the body needs them (1,2). After that, when cells become old or get to be harmed, they die then a new cells take their place (2). On the other hand, in a cancerous cell this systematic breaks down (2). These cancerous cells turn out to be abnormal, old, or harmed. As a result, the process of normal cell division is different from the process of cancer cell division. Leukemia begins in the soft, inward part of the bones (bone marrow), yet regularly moves rapidly into the blood. It can then spread to different parts of the body, for example, the lymph hubs, spleen, liver, and the central nervous system (3)....
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...Diagnosis, Treatments and Causes of Leukemia Leukemia is cancer of the blood-forming tissues and it strikes all ages and both sexes. Leukemia is a term given to a group of malignant diseases of the bone marrow and lymphatic system. In a person with leukemia, the bone marrow makes abnormal white blood cells (Wong, 2007). The abnormal cells are leukemia cells, unlike normal blood cells; leukemia cells don't die when they should. They may crowd out normal white blood cells, red blood cells, and platelets. This makes it hard for normal blood cells to do their work (Wong, 2007). This can lead to serious problems such as anemia, bleeding, and infections. Leukemia cells can also spread to the lymph nodes or other organs and cause swelling or pain. This paper examines how leukemia is diagnosed, the main types of treatment of leukemia and possible causes of leukemia (Bhojwani, 2009). Diagnosis of Leukemia Leukemia may be acute or chronic. Acute leukemia gets worse very fast and will make a person feel sick right away. Chronic leukemia gets worse slowly and may not cause symptoms for years. Doctors typically find leukemia after a routine blood test, when a patient has symptoms that suggest leukemia. Symptoms may depend on what type of leukemia a person has, but common symptoms are fever and night sweats, headaches, bruising or bleeding easily, bone or joint pain, a swollen or painful belly from an enlarged spleen, swollen lymph nodes, feeling very tired or weak, losing weight and not...
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...Leukemia is a cancer of the blood cells that usually starts in bone marrow producing abnormal white blood cells. Those abnormal white blood cells are called leukemia cells. When bone marrow starts to produce those leukemia cells, at first leukemia cells functions just as fine as white blood cells, but over passing time they crowd out platelets, RBC’s and WBC’s that causes problems for blood to carry its given functions. Some factors that increase the chances of developing leukemia are: having a previous cancer treatment such as chemotherapy and radiation therapy, genetic abnormalities, exposure for certain chemicals, smoking and having a history of leukemia in the family. There are four primary types of leukemia: Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) - occurs when bone marrow begins to produce not mature blasts, cells which do not develop into WBC’s that gets rid of infections. Also in AML the bone marrow may produce cells that crowd out normal cells. Chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) – occurs because of the Ph chromosomes that cause BRC and ABL...
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...What is Childhood Leukemia? Childhood Leukemia it is a form of leukemia, it’s usually (ALL) Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia, also it’s a cancer within ones childhood. Childhood leukemia’s cure rates are generally greater then there adult counterparts. With childhood leukemia treatments, some of the after effects of the treatment can last throughout ones adulthood. The Different Types of Leukemia. Leukemia, the types are grouped based on the plasma cell that’s affected. Leukemia, there is four different types to be considered. (CLL) Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia: All the (lymphoid) cells are affected and they also grow slow do to the affection. This type accounts for the most of the leukemia’s found is personnel. People that are affected with this type of leukemia are those within the late ages. It is rarely ever found in children. (CML) Chronic Myeloid Leukemia: The (myeloid) cells are the one affected in this type and at first it grows slow then it picks up later on. This type also accounts for nearly a ¼ of new cases reported each year. Mainly affecting only adults. (ALL) Acute Lymphocytic (Lymphoblastic) Leukemia: Only the (lymphoid) cells are affected at a rapid rate and continue to grow quickly. This type also accounts for a ¼ of new cases of leukemia reported each year. This type is the main leukemia located in children at a young age. It may also affect adults to. (AML) Acute Myeloid Leukemia: Affects only (myeloid) cells only and grows rapidly...
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...Acute myeloid leukemia, also known as AML is a cancer that affects both blood and bone marrow and progresses quite rapidly. AML is caused by damage to the DNA of the developing cells inside of bone marrow; then these immature cells develop into leukemic white blood cells, called myeloblasts. It is not certain as to what causes the damage to the cells but there are certain risk factors such as old age, smoking and even previous cancer treatment/chemotherapy. Symptoms to watch out for include: easy bruising, high fevers, bone pain, shortness of breath, unusual or frequent bleeding (such as nosebleeds) and frequent infections. The usual treatment is split up into two phases; remission induction therapy and Consolidation therapy. Multiple therapies...
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...Leukemia is a cancer that is commonly diagnosed to anyone. Leukemia is a type of Cancer, there are various types of Leukemia and they each carry many symptoms to it. Although Leukemia is incurable it is treatable. There are a variety of ways to find out whether or not a person has Leukemia. Leukemia is a cancer of the body’s blood-forming tissues, including the bone marrow and the lymphatic system. There are many types of Leukemia that exist. Some forms of Leukemia are more common in children, other forms of Leukemia occur mostly to adults. Leukemia symptoms vary depending on the type of Leukemia it is. The treatment for Leukemia can be complex, this all depends on the type of Leukemia and other factors. It is possible that doctors find chronic Leukemia in a routine blood test. Leukemia is a type of cancer, cancer of blood cells, that is sometimes referred to as blood cancer. Leukemia usually involves the white blood cells which are a potent infection fighters. They normally grow and divide in an orderly way, as your body requires them. In people with Leukemia , the bone marrow generates abnormal white blood cells, which do not operate the way they should. Leukemia starts in the bone marrow, a soft tissue inside most bones. The bone marrow is where the blood cells are made. When Leukemia exists , the bone marrow makes many abnormal white cells referred to as leukemia cells. As mentioned before, these white cells, do not function properly. The cells grow and grow, and they...
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