C95.1: Chronic leukaemia of unspecified cell type

Chronic leukaemia of unspecified cell type, assigned with the ICD-10 code C95.1, is a type of blood cancer. It develops slowly over time, hence referred to as 'chronic'. In this condition, the body produces too many abnormal blood cells which do not function as well as normal blood cells. The exact type of cell that becomes cancerous isn't specified. These numerous but ineffective cells fill up the blood, leaving less room for healthy cells that your body needs. It affects the blood and bone marrow, which is the spongy tissue inside your bones where blood cells are made. Primary symptoms include easy bruising or bleeding, fatigue, frequent infections due to a weakened immune system, discomfort or swelling in the abdomen, and weight loss without trying. The cause of chronic leukaemia is often not known, and it is typically diagnosed via blood tests showing an abnormal white cell count. Once detected, the disease progression varies greatly among individuals.