The cause of acute leukemia has not been clearly defined, and is currently believed to be related to biological factors, physical factors, chemical factors, heredity and certain blood diseases.
1. Biological factors: Acute leukemia is commonly caused by biological factors, such as viral infection and abnormal immune function.
2. Physical factors: Physical factors include ionizing radiation such as X-rays, and a higher chance of acute leukemia if exposed to high radiation levels for a long time, such as survivors of nuclear reactor accidents.
3. Chemical factors: prolonged exposure to benzene and organic solvents containing benzene will also increase the chance of acute leukemia.
4. Genetic factors: If one of the parents suffers from acute leukemia, his/her children have a higher chance of suffering from acute leukemia. In addition, certain hereditary diseases, such as Down syndrome, also increase the risk of acute leukemia.
5. Certain blood disorders: Some blood disorders may develop into acute leukemia, such as myelodysplastic syndromes and chronic myelomonocytic leukemia.
There are many causes of acute leukemia. Once diagnosed with acute leukemia, you should actively cooperate with your doctor to carry out standardized treatment to avoid delaying your condition.