Leukaemia, acute lymphoblastic
Information about acute lymphoblastic leukaemia including symptoms, causes, treatment, complications and outlook.
Find out how acute lymphoblastic leukaemia is diagnosed. A bone marrow biopsy will be carried out to confirm a suspected diagnosis and further tests may also be needed.
Find out how acute lymphoblastic leukaemia is treated. Treatment is usually carried out in three stages known as induction, consolidation and maintenance.
Being immunocompromised (having a weakened immune system) is a possible complication for some patients with acute leukaemia.
Read Hazel's account of acute lymphoblastic leukaemia.