As a hematologist, I specialize in the study and treatment of blood-related disorders, including blood cancers. The main causes of blood cancer, such as leukemia, are complex and not fully understood. However, there are several factors that are known to increase the risk of developing these diseases. read more >>

Acute leukemias are more likely to cause symptoms. Symptoms of all forms of leukemia are related to the proliferation of abnormal blood cells and replacement of the bone marrow by the cancerous cells. Symptoms of leukemia include fevers, night sweats, and swollen lymph nodes that are typically not painful or tender.read more >>