Pediatric Hemato-oncologist & BMT Physician
Childhood blood cancers, such as leukemia (ALL, AML), lymphoma, and myeloma, occur when abnormal cells in the blood and bone marrow grow uncontrollably, affecting the body's ability to produce healthy blood cells.
Symptoms may include unexplained bruising or bleeding, frequent infections, bone pain, fatigue, and swollen lymph nodes. Diagnosis involves blood tests, bone marrow aspiration, and imaging.
Treatment options include chemotherapy, radiation therapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, and stem cell transplantation. The prognosis varies depending on the specific type and stage of the cancer.