Acute
Lymphoblastic Leukemia Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL) is a type of cancer that affects the lymphocytes, a type of white blood cell. It is the most common form of leukemia in children, with about 3,000 children a year in the United States alone being diagnosed. ALL can also affect adults. Symptoms of ALL can include fever, fatigue, frequent infections, weight loss, night sweats, bruises, and swollen lymph nodes. Diagnosis and treatment of ALL involve chemotherapy, radiation, and sometimes bone marrow transplants. With Early detection and treatment, the outlook for individuals diagnosed with ALL is good, with remission rates of up to 90%.
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