Hematological malignancies are cancers that affect the blood, bone marrow, lymph nodes, and lymphatic system. These include leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma, and other malignancies. Leukemia, in particular, is a type of cancer that originates in blood-forming tissues such as the bone marrow and results in the production of abnormal white blood cells. The abnormal cells can proliferate uncontrollably, impairing normal blood cell production. Leukemia Leukemia is classified based on how quickly it progresses (acute vs. chronic) and the type of blood cell it affects (lymphoid vs. myeloid). It is a cancer of the blood and bone marrow that can lead to problems such as anemia, infection, and bleeding.
Types of Leukemia
Hematological Malignancies Beyond Leukemia
Related Tags: Acute and Chronic Leukemia | Lymphoma | Multiple Myeloma | Hematologic Cancer Research | Novel Therapies for Blood Cancers | CAR T-Cell Therapy | Bone Marrow Biopsy | Lymphoproliferative Disorders | Myeloid Malignancies | Chemotherapy in Hematologic Malignancies
Related Societies: Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | International Myeloma Foundation