C95.9: Leukaemia, unspecified

Leukaemia, unspecified, refers to a type of cancer that affects the blood and bone marrow. The term "unspecified" means that the specific type of leukemia isn't identified. Leukemia starts in the cells that would normally develop into different types of blood cells. It occurs when these cells undergo changes and start to grow uncontrollably, resulting in an excessive amount of abnormal white blood cells in your blood stream and bone marrow. This can lead to symptoms such as fatigue, frequent infections, unexplained weight loss, bleeding or bruising easily, and swollen lymph nodes. It's important to note that these symptoms can vary depending on the specific subtype of leukemia. The exact cause of leukemia is unclear but it's believed to involve a combination of genetic and environmental factors.

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