Leukemia is cancer of the white blood cells. Leukemia starts in the bone marrow and can spread throughout other organs and the central nervous system.

Leukemia is divided into two groups:

• Acute (rapidly growing)
• Chronic (slowly growing)

Signs and symptoms

• Fatigue
• Paleness
• Weight loss
• Repeated infections
• Nosebleeds or other hemorrhages

Treatment

We offer extensive treatment options for leukemia. Chemotherapy is the most effective treatment for leukemia, where various anticancer drugs are used as single agents or in combinations. Blood transfusions and bone marrow transplants may also be useful in treating certain leukemias.

Information

For more information about the University of Florida Shands Cancer Center or to schedule an appointment, please call (800) 749-7424 or (352) 265-8000.

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History

University of Florida Shands Cancer Center 2007 Annual Report (PDF file)

Types of Cancer

Brain Cancer

Breast Cancer

Colon Cancer

Gastrointestinal Cancers

Genitourinary Cancers

Gynecological Cancer

Head and Neck Cancer

Larynx Cancer

Leukemia

Lung Cancer

Lymphoma

Oropharyngeal Cancer

Prostate Cancer

Skin Cancer

Cancer Treatment

Bone Marrow Transplant

Brachytherapy

Chemotherapy

Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy

Radiation Therapy

Stereotactic Radiosurgery

Surgery

Make an Appointment

To make an appointment or find out more information about cancer services offered at Shands at the University of Florida, please call 352.265.8000 or toll-free 1.800.749.7424

You may also email our Consultation Center (consult@shands.ufl.edu) or use our secure online form.