Prolonged exposure to high concentrations of formaldehyde may lead to the occurrence of leukemia, and chemical factors are one of the factors leading to the occurrence of leukemia.
Leukemia is a class of hematopoietic stem progenitor cell malignant clonal disease in the blood system diseases, the causative factors are divided into biological factors, physical factors, chemical factors, genetic factors, etc. Formaldehyde belongs to one of the chemical factors, in addition to formaldehyde, there are such as benzene, benzene-containing organic solvents, etc., long-term exposure to chemical substances may lead to the occurrence of leukemia.
Clinically, acute leukemia is characterized by abnormal bleeding, anemia, fever, fatigue, enlarged lymph nodes, bone pain, etc. After the occurrence of the above symptoms, one should consult a doctor in time, and hematology can make a clear diagnosis through routine blood tests and bone marrow aspiration, etc. One should avoid contacting substances that may be carcinogenic.
Specific diagnosis and treatment of the disease should be carried out under the guidance of physicians.