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BLOOD CANCER
Everything You Need To Know About Blood Cancer
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• Definition Of Blood Cancer
• Type Of Blood Cancer
• Risk Factors Of Blood Cancer

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Definition
Blood cancer, also known as hematological cancer
or hematopoietic cancer, refers to a group of
cancers that affect the production and function
of blood cells or the components of the blood,
such as bone marrow and lymphatic system.
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• Leukemia

Type Of Blood Cancer
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Leukemia is characterized by the abnormal
production of immature white blood cells. It can
be acute (rapidly progressing) or chronic (slowly
progressing). Common types include acute
lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL), acute myeloid
leukemia (AML), chronic lymphocytic leukemia
(CLL), and chronic myeloid leukemia (CML).
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2. Lymphoma
Lymphoma affects the lymphatic system, which is
responsible for fighting infections. It can be
Hodgkin lymphoma or non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
Lymphomas involve the abnormal growth of
lymphocytes, a type of white blood cell
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3. Multiple Myeloma
Multiple myeloma affects plasma cells, which are
responsible for producing antibodies. It results
in the overgrowth of abnormal plasma cells in the
bone marrow, leading to the production of
abnormal antibodies and crowding out normal blood
cells.
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Risk Factors For Blood Cancer

• Genetic factors

Some blood cancers have a hereditary component,
meaning they can run in families. Certain genetic
mutations or abnormalities can increase the risk
of developing blood cancer
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2. Exposure to Radiation
High levels of exposure to ionizing radiation,
such as during radiation therapy or nuclear
accidents, have been linked to an increased risk
of developing certain types of blood cancer, such
as leukemia and lymphoma.
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3. Chemical exposure
Exposure to certain chemicals, such as benzene
and some chemotherapy drugs, has been associated
with an increased risk of developing blood cancer.
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4. Immune system disorders
Certain immune system disorders, such as
autoimmune diseases or immunodeficiency
disorders, can increase the risk of developing
blood cancer.
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