Luekemia

 

Symptoms:

Damage to the bone marrow will lead to a deficiency level of blood platelets which is important for blood clotting. This means people with luekemia may have problems with bruising, bleeding excessively, and petechiae. Petechiae is a small red or purple spot on the body caused by a minor hemorrhage.  Other common symptoms for those who have Luekemia are:

 

  • Weak immune system
  • Anemia
  • Fever, chills, and night sweats (flu like).
  • Easily fatigued and weak.
  • Swollen and bleeding gums.
  • Frequent infection
  • Bone and joint pain
  • Dizziness
  • Swollen tonsils