This site was created to provide assistance to leukemia and blood cancer patients and their loved ones with up-to-date information about the disease. We strive to provide you with the most recent information on benzene-induced blood cancers such as acute myelogenous leukemia (AML). We have researched and compiled the latest information on leukemia, including:
- Causes
- Symptoms
- Diagnosis
- Treatment
- Ways to cope
- At risk jobs/exposure
Leukemia is a cancer that originates in the bone marrow. Your bone marrow is the soft, spongy inner portion of certain bones found in your body in which malignant cancer cells are the white blood cells, also known as leukocytes. AML is a malignancy that arises in either granulocytes or monocytes which are white blood cells that battle infectious agents throughout the body.
Benzene exposure has been linked to the cause of AML. However, benzene exposure is not the only cause for AML, but for occupationally-induced cases of AML, benzene is usually the causal factor. AML occurs in all ages, but more often in older adults. AML is the most common type of acute leukemia in adults.
The onset of AML is usually slow, and there are different symptoms depending on whether your body is deficient in red cells, white cells or platelets. When the disease progresses at a rapid rate, it is vital that you seek medical attention promptly to receive treatment. We have provided information regarding the different treatment options available to you.
We also discuss how benzene-induced leukemia patients like you can receive medical financial aid and assistance to help with your medical bills and financial concerns. Because your leukemia has been linked to benzene work exposure, we have also provided a list of at risk jobs and benzene exposure sections.
