Leukemia - Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML) See All Overview See All Understanding Your Diagnosis See All Deciding on Treatment See All Managing Side Effects See All Cancer FAQs See All  Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML): Symptoms in Overview Detailed information on symptoms of chronic myelogenous leukemia....more  Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML): Introduction in Overview Chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) is a type of leukemia that starts . in white blood cells that normally help the body fight infections.

Chemotherapy See All  Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL): Chemotherapy in Chemotherapy Chemo is the main treatment for nearly all people with acute lymphocytic leukemia....more  Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML): Chemotherapy in Chemotherapy Chemotherapy is the main treatment for nearly all people with acute myeloid leukemia....more

Other Treatments See All  Bone Marrow Transplant in Other Treatments Detailed information on bone marrow transplant, including preparation, types of transplant, transplant team, and possible procedure-related complications or side effects ...more

Deciding on Treatment See All Chemotherapy See All Other Treatments See All  Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL): Chemotherapy in Chemotherapy Chemo is the main treatment for nearly all people with acute lymphocytic leukemia....more  Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML): Chemotherapy in Chemotherapy Chemotherapy is the main treatment for nearly all people with acute myeloid leukemia....more  Bone Marrow Transplant in Other Treatments Detailed information on bone marrow transplant, including preparation, types of transplant, transplant team, and possible procedure-related complications or si

Chemotherapy Side Effects See All  Anemia and Chemotherapy in Chemotherapy Side Effects Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast. ...more  Infection and Chemotherapy in Chemotherapy Side Effects To reduce your risk for infection, avoid people who are sick with contagious illnesses, including colds, the flu, measles, or chickenpox.

Managing Side Effects See All Chemotherapy Side Effects See All Other Treatment Side Effects See All  General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment in Managing Side Effects You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals. ...more  Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue in Managing Side Effects, Other Treatment Side Effects Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while.

Understanding Your Diagnosis See All  Bone Marrow Biopsy in Understanding Your Diagnosis A bone marrow biopsy involves removing a small sample of the bone marrow inside your bones for testing. Read on to learn what to expect before, during, and after this procedure. ...more  Lumbar Puncture in Understanding Your Diagnosis A lumbar puncture (LP) or spinal tap may be done to diagnose or treat a condition....more

Leukemia - General See All Overview See All Understanding Your Diagnosis See All Deciding on Treatment See All Managing Side Effects See All Cancer FAQs See All  Facts About Blood in Overview Detailed information on blood, including components of blood, functions of blood cells, and common blood tests. ...more  Leukemia: Introduction in Overview Leukemia is cancer that starts in the bone marrow. When you have leukemia, your body makes too many blood cells, and they aren't normal.

Deciding on Treatment See All  Liver Cancer: Treatment Choices in Deciding on Treatment Several types of treatment can be used for liver cancer. Learn about the different options. ...more  Liver Cancer- Systemic Therapies in Deciding on Treatment Systemic therapies are medicines that travel all through the body to kill cancer cells or slow their growth. They may be given right into your blood (as an IV), as a shot, or as pills you take at home.

Cancer FAQs See All  Liver Cancer Overview in Cancer FAQs Liver cancer is cancer that starts in your liver. There are different kinds of liver cancer, but the most common type in adults is called hepatocellular carcinoma. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments. ...more