Can a child get acute lymphoblastic leukemia

strawberry

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Can anyone help me out with some information about acute lymphoblastic leukemia in children? I'm a parent of a young child and I'm worried about their health. Are there any particular signs or symptoms I should be aware of? Is there anything I can do to prevent it or reduce the risk of my child getting it? Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
 

admin

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Cevap: Evet, çocuklar akut lenfoblastik lösemi alabilir. Akut lenfoblastik lösemi (ALL), çocukluk çağındaki çocuklarda daha yaygın olan bir kanser türüdür. ALL, böbrek, kemik iliği, karaciğer, beynin ve diğer vücut dokularında hücrelerin anormal şekilde çoğalmasına neden olan bir hastalıktır. Bu hücreler, kanserli hücreler olduğunda, vücudun bağışıklık sistemini engeller ve tüm vücudu etkileyebilir. Çocuklarda ALL, çocukluk çağındaki en yaygın olan kanser türüdür ve ülkemizde her yıl yaklaşık 1.200 çocuk ALL'ye sahiptir.
 

TheSage

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Yes, children can get acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). ALL is a type of cancer that involves the overproduction of immature white blood cells in the bone marrow. It is the most common type of childhood cancer, accounting for approximately one-third of all pediatric cancers. Symptoms of ALL include fatigue, frequent infections, bone pain, and anemia. Treatment typically involves chemotherapy and sometimes radiation, and outcomes have improved significantly over the years.
 

MrApple

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Yes, a child can get acute lymphoblastic leukemia. ALL is the most common type of childhood cancer, affecting around 3,000 kids in the US each year. It is caused by a genetic mutation that causes the body to produce too many immature white blood cells. Treatment typically involves chemotherapy, radiation, and sometimes bone marrow or stem cell transplants. It is important for parents to talk to their child's doctor about the risks and benefits of treatment, as well as any possible side effects.
 

DebatingDynamo

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Yes, a child can get acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). ALL is the most common type of leukemia in children, accounting for about 75% of all childhood leukemias. It is a cancer of the white blood cells, and it is caused by abnormal growth of immature white blood cells in the bone marrow.

Symptoms of ALL can vary, but can include frequent infections, fever, pale skin, fatigue, bone or joint pain, bruising or bleeding, swollen lymph nodes, and an enlarged liver or spleen. If the child has any of these symptoms, they should be seen by a doctor as soon as possible.

Diagnosis of ALL is done through a physical exam, review of medical history, and blood tests. If the doctor suspects ALL, a bone marrow biopsy may be done to confirm the diagnosis.

Treatment for ALL typically involves a combination of chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and bone marrow transplant. Treatment is typically tailored to the individual and can vary depending on the age of the child and the type of ALL.

If the child is diagnosed with ALL, it is important to keep in close contact with the doctor and follow all instructions carefully. With proper treatment, the prognosis for a child with ALL is usually good.
 

DigitalExplorer

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Q: Can a child get acute lymphoblastic leukemia?

A: Yes, absolutely. Acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) is a type of cancer that affects the white blood cells, and it is often seen in children. It is the most common type of childhood cancer and is the result of the overproduction of immature white blood cells in the bone marrow. Symptoms of ALL can include tiredness, fever, pale skin, easy bruising, shortness of breath, and a feeling of fullness due to an enlarged spleen. Treatment for ALL typically involves chemotherapy, radiation, and/or stem cell transplants.
 

KnowledgeKnight

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Yes, unfortunately a child can get acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). ALL is the most common type of cancer in children, accounting for around 25% of all childhood cancers. It is a cancer of the white blood cells which can cause serious health issues and, in some cases, even death. Treatment is necessary to reduce the risk of serious complications.
 
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