Acute Myeloid LeukemiaAcute Myeloid Leukemia Medically Reviewed: Thomas LeBlanc, M.D., M.A., MHS, FAAHPM, FASCOHow do you identify the signs and symptoms of acute myeloid leukemia (AML)? How is AML treated? See more information here. All ArticlesAcute Myeloid LeukemiaBarriers to Lifesaving Treatment for AML RevealedA patient’s socioeconomic status can significantly affect their likelihood of receiving an allogeneic hematopoietic transplant for AML, according to new data. Acute Myeloid LeukemiaBarriers to Lifesaving Treatment for AML RevealedA patient’s socioeconomic status can significantly affect their likelihood of receiving an allogeneic hematopoietic transplant for AML, according to new data. Navigating CancerRed Dots on Skin: The Link Between Leukemia and PetechiaeMedically Reviewed: Sangeetha Venugopal, MD, MSLeukemia can cause petechiae – tiny red spots – due to low platelet counts, leading to bleeding under the skin. Navigating CancerRed Dots on Skin: The Link Between Leukemia and PetechiaeMedically Reviewed: Sangeetha Venugopal, MD, MSLeukemia can cause petechiae – tiny red spots – due to low platelet counts, leading to bleeding under the skin. Navigating CancerHigh Neutrophils & Low Neutrophils: What Do They Mean?Medically Reviewed: Amitkumar Mehta, MDHigh neutrophils mean the body is under stress. Low neutrophils do not cause symptoms on its own. Navigating CancerHigh Neutrophils & Low Neutrophils: What Do They Mean?Medically Reviewed: Amitkumar Mehta, MDHigh neutrophils mean the body is under stress. Low neutrophils do not cause symptoms on its own. Acute Myeloid LeukemiaHow Would an Expert Manage His Own AML?In this Curious Dr. George column, George Lundberg, MD, asks Adam Asch, MD, how he would handle his own acute myelogenous leukemia. Acute Myeloid LeukemiaHow Would an Expert Manage His Own AML?In this Curious Dr. George column, George Lundberg, MD, asks Adam Asch, MD, how he would handle his own acute myelogenous leukemia. Acute Myeloid LeukemiaAML Leukemia Survival Rate by Age: Key Insights & StatisticsMedically Reviewed: Pankit Vachhani, MDAML leukemia survival rate varies by age: higher in younger patients, lower in older patients. Learn the specifics. Acute Myeloid LeukemiaAML Leukemia Survival Rate by Age: Key Insights & StatisticsMedically Reviewed: Pankit Vachhani, MDAML leukemia survival rate varies by age: higher in younger patients, lower in older patients. Learn the specifics. Chronic Lymphocytic LeukemiaPatient Guide to Venclexta (Venetoclax) for CLL/SLL and AMLMedically Reviewed: Nina DiPierro, PharmD, BCOPLearn how venetoclax is used to treat both chronic lymphocytic leukemia and small lymphocytic lymphoma, as well as acute myeloid leukemia. Chronic Lymphocytic LeukemiaPatient Guide to Venclexta (Venetoclax) for CLL/SLL and AMLMedically Reviewed: Nina DiPierro, PharmD, BCOPLearn how venetoclax is used to treat both chronic lymphocytic leukemia and small lymphocytic lymphoma, as well as acute myeloid leukemia. Acute Myeloid LeukemiaThe Evolving Treatment Landscape of AMLMedically Reviewed: Pankit Vachhani, MDAt the 2023 ASH Annual Meeting, experts discuss how the treatment landscape for AML has changed and where the future is heading. Acute Myeloid LeukemiaThe Evolving Treatment Landscape of AMLMedically Reviewed: Pankit Vachhani, MDAt the 2023 ASH Annual Meeting, experts discuss how the treatment landscape for AML has changed and where the future is heading. LeukemiaAML vs ALL: How Symptoms and Treatments DifferMedically Reviewed: Sangeetha Venugopal, MD, MSALL affects the production of lymphocytes, while AML affects the production of myeloblasts, red blood cells, and more. LeukemiaAML vs ALL: How Symptoms and Treatments DifferMedically Reviewed: Sangeetha Venugopal, MD, MSALL affects the production of lymphocytes, while AML affects the production of myeloblasts, red blood cells, and more. Acute Myeloid LeukemiaCan Vitamins C and D Help During Chemotherapy?Medically Reviewed: Thomas LeBlanc, M.D., M.A., MHS, FAAHPM, FASCOA recent study suggests that paying attention to vitamin C and D levels in people with certain types of cancer who are receiving chemotherapy may be important. Acute Myeloid LeukemiaCan Vitamins C and D Help During Chemotherapy?Medically Reviewed: Thomas LeBlanc, M.D., M.A., MHS, FAAHPM, FASCOA recent study suggests that paying attention to vitamin C and D levels in people with certain types of cancer who are receiving chemotherapy may be important. Myeloproliferative NeoplasmsMyeloproliferative Neoplasms vs LeukemiaMedically Reviewed: Pankit Vachhani, MDAlthough they are distinct diseases, some myeloproliferative neoplasms can become acute myeloid leukemia. Learn more about key differences and connections. Myeloproliferative NeoplasmsMyeloproliferative Neoplasms vs LeukemiaMedically Reviewed: Pankit Vachhani, MDAlthough they are distinct diseases, some myeloproliferative neoplasms can become acute myeloid leukemia. Learn more about key differences and connections. Acute Myeloid LeukemiaFDA Approves Quizartinib Plus Chemo for AMLMedically Reviewed: Pankit Vachhani, MDThe FDA recently approved quizartinib in combination with chemotherapy for adults FLT3-ITD–positive AML. Learn more about this approval. Acute Myeloid LeukemiaFDA Approves Quizartinib Plus Chemo for AMLMedically Reviewed: Pankit Vachhani, MDThe FDA recently approved quizartinib in combination with chemotherapy for adults FLT3-ITD–positive AML. Learn more about this approval. Navigating CancerLeukemia Chemotherapy: Treatments and Side EffectsMedically Reviewed: Thomas LeBlanc, M.D., M.A., MHS, FAAHPM, FASCOLeukemia chemotherapy often starts with induction chemotherapy, followed by intensification, or consolidation. Navigating CancerLeukemia Chemotherapy: Treatments and Side EffectsMedically Reviewed: Thomas LeBlanc, M.D., M.A., MHS, FAAHPM, FASCOLeukemia chemotherapy often starts with induction chemotherapy, followed by intensification, or consolidation.
