Difference in rash in chronic and acute leukemia
Every form of leukemia can in principle also be accompanied by a skin rash. However, there is no clear difference between the rash that can occur in acute leukemia and the possible skin symptoms in the chronic form. In most cases, both forms of leukemia do not cause a rash at all.
Although acute and chronic leukemias both belong to the malignant diseases of the blood, they usually differ greatly in their extent and course. Put simply, acute leukemia usually has to be treated aggressively as soon as possible, as it can often be fatal in a short period of time. In contrast, chronic leukemias usually take a rather insidious course and the symptoms often only increase after years.
The required treatment is usually less aggressive. In some cases, therapy can even be dispensed with altogether. &
- Acute myeloid leukemia &
- Acute lymphatic leukemia
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