Description
A slow-growing, rare type of blood cell cancer that begins in bone marrow.
Overview
Chronic myelogenous leukemia usually happens in older adults. It occurs when changes happen in bone marrow cells. It's not clear what causes the process.
Symptoms
Symptoms may include bone pain, easy bleeding, feeling full after eating little food, feeling very tired, fever and weight loss.
Treatments
Treatments include targeted medicines, chemotherapy and bone marrow transplant, also called stem cell transplant.
Last Updated: April 30th, 2025
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