There are several types of cancer Leukemia is one of them. Cancer of blood is called Leukemia which is characterized by uncontrolled growth of cancerous cell in blood which takes place in bone marrow. Generally leukemia cells are immature WBC (white blood cells). Leukemia or any other type of cancer generally weaken our immune system and make us more prone to different types of infection. Let discuss how the leukemia enhances the risk of infections.

-Due to weak immune system : when the rapid growth of cancer cells occur it’s generally suppress the production of other cells such as white blood cells which lead to weak immune system and make body prone to infections.

-Treatment side effects: Generally leukemia treated with chemotherapy which has wide range of side effects. This therapy kills healthy cells & immune cells along with the cancerous cell and weakened the body which invites infections.

-Disruption of barrier: Cancer treatments generally disrupt the barrier which prevents us from diseases & infections such as skin, gastrointestinal lining etc.

There are wide range of infections that are common for leukemia patient such as Pneumonia, Urinary tract infection, fungal infections, viral infections and so many bacterial infections.

If we detect the symptoms early we can save a person from severe infection like we have to identify the common symptoms such as fever/chills, difficulty in breathing, coughing, frequent urination, fatigue etc.

There are so many prevention strategies by which we can prevent or lower the risk of infections.

-Follow or practice good hygiene: we can follow good hygiene habits in our daily routine like washing hand with soap, use of sanitizer etc.

-Avoid contact with infected person and crowds: Leukemia patient should avoid crowds and contact with infected person even if anyone suffering from normal viral infection because leukemia patient already has weakened immune system.

-Stay up to date on vaccinations: Not all some vaccines are safe during the treatment like flu shot etc. after consulting the doctor.

-Follow healthy diet: To support weak immune system patient should add fruits and vegetables in diet plan and increase the intake of vitamin C to make the immune system strong and capable of fight with cancer cells.

-Avoid stress: stress can fall bad impact on health during treatment and healing journey patient should follow health management strategies.

-Environment: keep your environment always clean and disinfectant for the prevention of infections.

Always remember your mental health matters too as like your physical health. If you follow all the instruction of doctor carefully during the treatment and infection prevention strategies you can lower the risk of infections. Try to keep your mindset positive and always stay in touch with your healthcare team and loved ones you are not alone in this journey.

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