Leukaemia

usgb/luːˈkiːmiə/
noun

A serious disease in which the body produces too many white blood cells. It's a type of cancer that affects blood and bone marrow.

The doctor diagnosed the patient with leukaemia after examining the test results.
Visual representation of "leukaemia" - A serious disease in which the body produces too many white blood cells. It's a type of cancer that affects blood and bone marrow.

Often appears as...

  • acute leukaemia
  • chronic leukaemia

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Medical Condition

Leukaemia is a medical term; use it in healthcare or scientific discussions.

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During the medical conference, they discussed the latest treatments for leukaemia.
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Severity

Leukaemia indicates a severe condition; it can bring serious conversations.

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When Sarah mentioned her uncle had leukaemia, the room fell silent.
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Acute vs. Chronic

Leukaemia has types; 'acute' is fast-developing, 'chronic' grows slowly.

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The patient was relieved to learn she had chronic leukaemia, giving them more time to plan.
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