Acute lymphoblastic leukemia

Pronunciation

lim-fo-BLAST-ik loo-KEE-mee-a

Definition

ALL. A quickly progressing disease in which too many immature white blood cells (called lymphoblasts) are found in the blood and bone marrow. Also called acute lymphocytic leukemia.

Source

Source: The National Cancer Institute (NCI)


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chad1138 ALL Survivor In Portland 0 May 21 2008, 7:53 PM EDT by chad1138
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Hi, My name is Chad. I am 36 years old and last June i was diagnosed with Acute lymphoblastic leukemia. This is the first time I have looked into any support groups on line, so forgive me if I am rambling. If there is anyone out there who wants to talk about their experience with this disease, please contact me. I have been in remission for a few months now and have finished my extensive chemo schedule and have since started my maintenance. While I am doing much better than i was doing before, I would like to compare experiences with anyone or just talk..
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