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Leukemia: Information, Research, Support

Leukemia is the most common blood cancer. According to the National Cancer Institute, about 29,000 adults and 2,000 children are diagnosed with the disease each year. If you or someone you love is affected by leukemia, you'll want answers. Having an understanding of the disease is to your advantage, and fortunately, the Internet hosts a wealth of reliable leukemia information.

What is leukemia?

The best sources on the Web for general information on leukemia are reputable medical ... read more »

Symptoms and Diagnosis of Leukemia

The symptoms that characterize leukemia can vary based on the patient, but frequent infections, weakness, bone and joint pain, and swollen lymph nodes are commonly experienced effects. These sites describe the common signs and symptoms of leukemia, and provide accounts of how it is diagnosed.

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  • Leukemia generally requires multiple tests to diagnose. These Web sites include information about the various tests your doctor may perform. Since different physicians and different types of leukemia require different tests, patients may find they have to undergo a variety of tests before receiving a final diagnosis.

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For an overview of symptoms and diagnosis ...
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society has detailed information about symptoms for each subtype of leukemia. Click on the type of leukemia to find the symptoms for that specific disease. The page will also have a "Diagnosis" link for each type. Find out what type of tests are used to diagnose the disease, as well as details about the tests and how the results are interpreted.
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CureResearch.com breaks down the symptoms of leukemia by systems and body parts, like the "Central Nervous System" and "Lymph Nodes." The symptoms include links to more detailed information about the condition. The margins are littered with Google ads at the top, but keep scrolling down and you'll find a comprehensive list of symptoms.
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MedicineNet.com gives an overview of the different types of tests your physician might use to diagnose leukemia. The Web site includes links to more information about the tests, such as how they're performed and how samples are obtained.
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OncologyChannel.com includes scientific information about leukemia diagnostic tests, such as specific measures of red blood cells. The definitions of the tests are fairly detailed and may include terms that require a layman to use a medical dictionary.
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Treatment for Leukemia

Leukemia treatments vary depending on the type of leukemia, the stage of the disease, and the ... read more »

Leukemia Hospitals

Although many hospitals treat leukemia, some are particularly renowned, or provide special ... read more »

Clinical Trials for Leukemia

Clinical trials allow patients to test new medications or treatments that are not yet available ... read more »

Leukemia Organizations

There are numerous not-for-profit organizations that focus on raising funds for leukemia research, ... read more »

News and Research on Leukemia

Medical researchers are always working to develop new medications, treatments, and screenings for ... read more »

Leukemia Awareness Events

If you or someone you love has leukemia, you may wish to help in some way. Many organizations and ... read more »

Support Groups for Leukemia Patients

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