Question
Yesterday, while giving my 8-year-old child a bath, I noticed several purple spots on their leg. They said they were caused by a fall, but I don’t think it’s that simple. Could this be a sign of something wrong with the blood? How can I check for leukemia?
Answer
Leukemia is a general term that encompasses many different types. The most common in medical terms include sepsis, thalassemia, thrombocytopenia, and hematopoietic dysfunction. Some of these are caused by malnutrition or severe anemia, while others are due to a lack of hematopoietic function in the bone marrow. There are also congenital diseases (genetic diseases) where the risk of developing these conditions is 3 to 10 times higher for those who are exposed to certain substances compared to those who are not. In terms of nutrition, deficiencies or imbalances in vitamins, minerals, proteins, fats, sugars, and fiber in the diet can all lead to internal environmental disorders.