Who is most at risk for leukemia

Leukemia is associated with radiation, chemical factors, genetic factors, other blood diseases, etc. There is no clear “most” susceptible group of people to get leukemia. 1. Radiation: Adult acute leukemia can be induced by high-dose radiotherapy or chemotherapy, exposure to high levels of radiation in the environment, such as nuclear power plant leakage accidents. 2. Chemical factors: long-term exposure to benzene and organic solvents containing benzene, or certain pesticides, formaldehyde and nitrosamines may induce the disease. 3. Genetic factors: People with a family history of leukemia and chromosomal abnormalities have a higher risk of developing leukemia, such as patients with Down’s syndrome. 4. Certain blood disorders: Certain blood disorders may eventually develop into leukemia, such as myelodysplastic syndromes, lymphomas, and multiple myeloma. Consult your hematologist for specific knowledge.