Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia
Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML) is a type of cancer of the blood and bone marrow that affects the myeloid line of blood cells. It is usually caused by the abnormal growth of a gene, called BCR-ABL, which disrupts the process of producing new blood cells. Symptoms of CML can include fever, night sweats, weight loss, fatigue, and an enlarged spleen. Treatment options for CML include targeted therapy drugs, such as imatinib, and bone marrow or stem cell transplants. CML is a serious condition but can be effectively treated if caught in time, making early detection and accurate diagnosis of utmost importance.
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