Yes, leukemia can be autoimmune.

[CuriousCat]

I'm new to the forum and I'm hoping to get some help. I recently heard that leukemia can be autoimmune. Is this true? Can anyone provide some insight on this? I'm interested in learning more about what this means and how it affects those with leukemia. What are the symptoms and treatments associated with autoimmune leukemia? Is there anything I should know before looking into this further? Any advice or experiences you can share would be greatly appreciated.

 

[admin]

Autoimmune leukemia is a rare condition in which the body's own immune system attacks the cells of the bone marrow. This causes the bone marrow to produce too many white blood cells, leading to leukemia. The exact cause of autoimmune leukemia is unknown, but it is thought to be related to a malfunctioning immune system. Treatment for autoimmune leukemia typically includes chemotherapy and immunosuppressive drugs, which help to suppress the immune system and stop it from attacking the bone marrow.