Leukemia Directory
Leukemia is cancer of the blood that develops from an overproduction of immature white blood cells. As the white cells accumulate, they interfere with vital organ functions, including the production of healthy blood cells, making people with leukemia anemic and susceptible to bruising, bleeding, and infection. Leukemia is classified as acute or chronic. Leukemias are further classified according to the type of white blood cell involved. No one knows exactly what causes leukemia, but chromosome abnormalities, exposure to pollution, prolonged exposure to radiation, and tobacco smoking may be factors. Treatment typically includes chemotherapy and bone marrow transplantation. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage of how leukemia develops, the symptoms of leukemia, its diagnosis, treatment, and much more.
Medical Reference
Symptoms of Leukemia
Information on the symptoms of leukemia.
Treating Leukemia
A look at the treatment of leukemia from the experts at WebMD.
Leukemia
WebMD explains leukemia -- how it happens and why.
Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML)
Find out the causes, symptoms, and treatment of chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML), also known as chronic myeloid leukemia.
Features
Evan Handler on Life After Cancer
'Sex and the City' actor Evan Handler talks about how he manages career, emotions, self-care -- and a new baby -- after leukemia.
Diana Krall fundraises for leukemia
Diana Krall heads up a star-studded charity event aimed at raising money for leukemia research.
Advanced Phases of Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia
Learn about the symptoms and treatment of advanced phases of chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML), also known as chronic myeloid leukemia.
Remission for Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia
Find out the specific milestones you need to reach in order to be in remission when you have chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML), also known as chronic myeloid leukemia.