Leukaemia Cutis Quiz
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What is leukaemia cutis?
Leukemia Cutis occurs when leukemia (a cancer of white blood cells) cells enter the skin (cutis). It is the first sign of leukemia.
Symptoms of leukaemia cutis
Lumps under the skin
Skin Itching
Skin redness or red bumpy rashes
Skin hardening
Questions your doctor may ask to check for leukaemia cutis
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose leukaemia cutis
Do you feel a lump/lumps under your skin?
Do you have itchy skin?
Do you have red skin or red spots on the skin?
Do you have hardening of the skin?
Treatment for leukaemia cutis
Treatments for leukemia cutis include localized therapy using radiation, electron beam, surgery, light therapy, creams, or ointments to remove or reduce skin lesions.
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