pediatric acute lymphoblastic leukemia

Pediatric acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) is a type of cancer that affects children’s white blood cells, specifically lymphocytes, which are part of the immune system. In ALL, abnormal lymphocytes are produced rapidly and poorly developed, crowding out healthy cells in the bone marrow. This can lead to symptoms like fatigue, infections, easy bruising, and bleeding. The cause is often unknown, but it involves genetic and environmental factors. Treatment usually involves intensive chemotherapy, and most children respond well, leading to high cure rates with proper care.