Understanding Acute Leukemia
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Which type of leukemia is most common in children?

  • Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (correct)
  • Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
  • Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia

    • What is a specific manifestation of acute leukemia not present in Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)?

  • Mediastinal mass
  • Hepatosplenomegaly
  • Meningeal syndrome (correct)
  • Testicular swelling

    • What is a common presenting manifestation of acute leukemia?

  • Superficial lymph node enlargement (correct)
  • Infection of the mouth and pharynx
  • Pain in bones and joints
  • Upper respiratory tract infection

    • What is a condition that predisposes to Acute Leukemia?

    <p>Ionizing radiation exposure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor contributes to the etiology of Acute Leukemia?

    <p>Reduced apoptosis in the same stage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a specific manifestation of acute leukemia that may occur in children due to mediastinal pressure from lymph node enlargement?

    <p>Acute abdominal pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a hematological abnormality that may result from suppression of normal hemopoiesis in Acute Leukemia?

    <p>Thrombocytopenia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which age group does the incidence of Acute Leukemia peak at 3-4 years?

    <p>5-10 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Lymphadenopathy' refers to the enlargement of:

    <p>Lymph nodes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Hemopoeisis' refers to the process of:

    <p>Blood cell development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main characteristic of acute leukemia?

    <p>Impaired production of normal blood cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of blast cells in the bone marrow and/or peripheral blood indicates acute leukemia?

    <p>&gt;20%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of leukemia is characterized by very immature white blood cells?

    <p>Acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the specific manifestation of acute myeloid leukemia (AML) known as M3?

    <p>Disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which stage of the development of leukemia involves symptoms?

    <p>Stage 2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what stage does acute leukemia result in anemia and bleeding?

    <p>Stage 5a</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of leukemia is rare in childhood but increases in incidence with age?

    <p>Acute myeloblastic leukemia (AML)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does CML stand for in the context of leukemia?

    <p>Chronic Myelocytic Leukemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of leukemia affects the lymphocytes?

    <p>Acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of leukemia is most common in children?

    <p>Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition predisposes to Acute Leukemia?

    <p>Ionizing Radiation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a specific manifestation of acute leukemia not present in Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)?

    <p>Testicular Swelling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which age group does the incidence of Acute Leukemia peak at 3-4 years?

    <p>2-10 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common presenting manifestation of acute leukemia?

    <p>Fever and Malaise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main characteristic of acute leukemia?

    <p>Impaired production of normal blood cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of leukemia is most common in adults?

    <p>Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which specific manifestation is associated with Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)?

    <p>Disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the specific manifestation of acute leukemia that may occur due to mediastinal pressure from lymph node enlargement?

    <p>Lymphadenopathy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor contributes to the etiology of Acute Leukemia?

    <p>Genetic predisposition</p> Signup and view all the answers

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