Question
Recent reports indicate that a young child has been experiencing dizziness, weakness, pale complexion, and fever. After several days of antibiotic treatment, the symptoms have not improved, and the doctor diagnosed the child with leukemia. Is there a possibility of cure for children in the low-risk group?
Answer
For the treatment of childhood leukemia, it is recommended to send the detailed medical records of the child to the healthcare facility for expert symptomatic treatment. The main characteristic of acute non-lymphocytic leukemia is the excessive proliferation of primitive cells and early immature granulocytes in the bone marrow, which suppresses normal hematopoiesis. The causes are diverse, including genetic factors, environmental factors, viral infections, and physical and chemical factors such as various ionizing radiations, chemical toxins, especially organic solvents containing benzene, which may all be triggers for acute leukemia. Therefore, it is suggested to delve into the etiology and carry out targeted treatment based on the cause.