Why a child and an adult with leukemia aren’t fighting the same cancer
Leukemia, a blood and bone marrow cancer, manifests differently in children and adults, impacting treatment and survival rates. While childhood leukemia often responds well to intensive treatment, adult forms present more complex genetic mutations and treatment challenges. This disparity is further influenced by age-related tolerance to chemotherapy and psychological impacts.
Leukemia, a blood and bone marrow cancer, manifests differently in children and adults, impacting treatment and survival rates. While childhood leukemia often responds well to intensive treatment, adult forms present more complex genetic mutations and treatment challenges. This disparity is further influenced by age-related tolerance to chemotherapy and psychological impacts.
