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| − | + | Leukemia is a blood cancer that affects the white blood cells in your body that are normally in charge of fighting infections and diseases. Those who suffer from leukemia have corrupted white blood cells that crowd out the healthy cells and lead to serious problems.<ref name="rf1">http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/leukemia/basics/definition/con-20024914</ref> Leukemia can grow fast or slow and there are several types.<ref name="rf2">http://www.cancer.org/cancer/leukemia/index</ref> Recognize the common symptoms of leukemia and learn when to seek treatment. | |
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#*Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) and Chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML) impact adults and may take years to show symptoms.<ref name="rf16" /> | #*Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) and Chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML) impact adults and may take years to show symptoms.<ref name="rf16" /> | ||
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