Leukemia—Patient Version
Leukemia is a broad term for cancers of the blood cells. The type of leukemia depends on the type of blood cell that becomes cancer and whether it grows quickly or slowly. Leukemia occurs most often in adults older than 55, but it is also the most common cancer in children younger than 15. Explore the links on this page to learn more about the types of leukemia plus treatment, statistics, research, and clinical trials.
View a list of clinical trials for leukemia or use the clinical trials search tool to find other trials and refine your results with filters.
Adult Leukemia Treatment
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Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia Treatment
Get detailed information about newly diagnosed and recurrent ALL in this expert-reviewed summary.
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Acute Myeloid Leukemia Treatment
Get detailed information about the treatment of new and recurrent AML in this expert-reviewed summary.
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Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment
Learn more about the diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment of newly diagnosed or recurrent CLL in this expert-reviewed summary.
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Chronic Myeloid Leukemia Treatment
Learn about the diagnosis and treatment of chronic myeloid leukemia (CML), including targeted therapy and other treatment options, in this expert-reviewed summary.
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Hairy Cell Leukemia Treatment
Learn about the diagnosis and treatment of newly diagnosed and recurrent hairy cell leukemia in this expert-reviewed summary.
Childhood Leukemia Treatment
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Childhood Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
Childhood acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) starts in the bone marrow. Learn about the symptoms of childhood ALL and how it is diagnosed and treated.
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Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia/Other Myeloid Malignancies Treatment
Learn about the treatment of childhood acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and other myeloid malignancies in this expert-reviewed summary.
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Late Effects of Treatment for Childhood Cancer
Cancer treatment may cause late effects in childhood cancer survivors months or years after successful treatment. Learn about long-term physical, psychological, and social effects in this expert-reviewed summary.
Additional Leukemia Information and Resources
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Drugs Approved for Leukemia
This page lists cancer drugs approved by the FDA for use in leukemia. The list includes generic names, brand names, and common drug combinations, which are shown in capital letters.
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Advances in Leukemia Research
Clinical advances, research findings, and NCI programs that are leading to progress in treating leukemia.
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Leukemia Statistics
Find leukemia statistics, including trends over time and demographic data.
Supportive Care Resources
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Coping with Cancer
Supportive information on managing the physical and emotional effects of cancer and treatment for both patients and caregivers.
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Cancer Survivorship
Learn about the issues and side effects that can arise for cancer survivors.
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Managing Cancer Care
Information on choosing a doctor or treatment facility, home care, financial help, insurance coverage, end-of-life planning, and resources to help you avoid scams.