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Chronic leukemia may be asymptomatic for a long period of time since the disease progresses slowly. Usually, the first sign of chronic leukemia is an enlarged lymph node. People with chronic leukemia also feel tired, short of breath, and pain on the left side of the lower abdomen caused by an enlarged spleen. Unexplained weight loss and night sweats commonly occur as a result of the disease. In many situations, medical professionals diagnose leukemia while checking for other health disorders.

 

Signs and symptoms of acute lymphocytic leukemia may depend on what type of leukemia you have, but common symptoms include:

·         Bleeding from the gums

·         Bone pain

·         Fever and night sweats

·         Frequent infections

·         Frequent or severe nosebleeds

·         Lumps caused by swollen lymph nodes in and around the neck, underarm, abdomen  or groin

·         Pale skin

·         Shortness of breath

·         Weakness, fatigue or a general decrease in energy

The means to identify the symptoms of this disease is Make an appointment with your doctor or contact the child's doctor intensive care involving ongoing health checks. Many of the signs and symptoms of acute lymphocytic leukemia imitate them cold. However, the signs and symptoms of the flu finally improved. If signs and symptoms do not improve as expected, make an appointment with the doctor back again in order to facilitate the process of rigorous examination conducted.