Acute Leukaemia Flashcards
1
Q
Describe carcinogenesis of bone marrow
A
- Malignant cells replace normal marrow
2
Q
Risk factors for Acute Leukaemia
A
Radiotherapy
chemotherapy
Benzene
3
Q
History of AL
A
- Anaemia (shortness of breath and fatigue)
- Thrombocytopenia (brusing, mucosal bleeding + rash)
- Infection (fever)