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Symptoms


The symptoms of ALL may be difficult to recognize. ALL usually begins abruptly and intensely, but in some cases symptoms may develop slowly. They may be present one day, and absent the next, particularly in children. Symptoms develop when:

  • There are not enough healthy mature white blood cells (leukocytes) to mount a defense against infection.
  • There are not enough healthy platelets to prevent bleeding.
  • The depleted oxygen-bearing red blood cells can't provide enough oxygen to organs.

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