The cause of leukemia is unknown; adult T-cell leukemia can be caused by human T-lymphotropic virus infection and may also be associated with physical and chemical factors.
Leukemia is a group of malignant clonal diseases of hematopoietic stem progenitor cells, the etiology of which is unknown. It may be associated with biological, physical, chemical, and genetic factors.
Biological factors are mainly viral infections and immune abnormalities. Human T-lymphotropic virus type 1 (HTLV-1) infection has the potential to induce adult T-cell leukemia/lymphoma by activating its expression when stimulated by physical and chemical factors.
Physical and chemical factors including ionizing radiation such as X-rays, organic solvents such as benzene, ethylenediamine, alkylating agents, etc., can also increase the risk of leukemia with long-term exposure.
Prompt medical attention and aggressive treatment are recommended for any discomfort.