Symptoms of Secondary AML

Secondary acute myelogenous leukemia, or AML, is a cancer of the white blood cell line, specifically immature cells developing in bone marrow . It occurs secondary to exposure to certain chemicals or diseases. The classification of "acute" refers to the rapid nature of the manifestation and progression of the condition. A myelogenous leukemia affects a particular type of cell; the myeloids, which are precursors to white blood cells, red blood cells, and platelets. Other names for the condition include acute nonlymphocytic leukemia, acute myeloblastic leukemia, and acute myeloid leukemia.

Bruising

• One symptom is when low platelet counts contribute to easy bruising, including tiny bruises or spots called petechiae.

Bleeding

• Low platelets associated with leukemia may also cause unusual bleeding problems such as nosebleeds and prolonged bleeding from cuts or injury. A pale appearance and anemia also signal excessive bleeding.

Fatigue

• Due to the lack of normal circulating blood cells, fatigue, flu-like symptoms and shortness of breath are common symptoms that are often what first bring a patient to the doctor.

Bone pain

• As the uncontrolled growth of leukemic cells occurs in the bone marrow, pain may generate into the bones, often the long bones of the arms and legs.