C94.2: Acute megakaryoblastic leukaemia

Acute megakaryoblastic leukemia is a rare and aggressive type of blood cancer where the body produces too many immature blood-clotting cells, known as megakaryoblasts. These immature cells crowd the bone marrow, preventing it from making enough healthy blood cells. This condition may affect both children and adults, though it's more common in children. Symptoms usually appear suddenly and can include fatigue, weakness, pale skin, bruising or bleeding easily, fever, and bone pain. Over time, without sufficient healthy blood cells, the body struggles to carry oxygen, fight off infections, and clot properly. The disease can lead to life-threatening complications if not timely diagnosed and treated. The exact cause of acute megakaryoblastic leukemia is still unknown, but certain genetic conditions and exposure to high levels of radiation may increase the risk.