Leukemia

What is leukemia?

• A viral infection

• Cancer of the body's blood-forming tissues

• A bone disease

• A type of blood pressure

Where does leukemia occur in the body?

• In the lungs

• In the muscles

• In the bone marrow and the lymphatic system

• In the heart

Which cells are primarily involved in leukemia?

• Muscle cells

• White blood cells

• Platelets

• Red blood cells

What is a common symptom of leukemia?

• Rapid hair growth

• Increased appetite

• Persistent fatigue, weakness

• High blood pressure

Why might leukemia symptoms be overlooked?

• They are too severe

• They don't last long

• They may resemble symptoms of the flu

• They only appear at night

What is a sign to see a doctor for possible leukemia?

• A minor headache

• Persistent signs or symptoms that worry you

• Short-term memory loss

• Temporary muscle pain

How can leukemia be discovered?

• Through genetic testing only

• Through a routine physical exam

• During blood tests for some other condition

• By a sudden increase in energy

What makes treatment for leukemia complex?

• The type of leukemia and other factors

• It always requires surgery

• It is always treated with a single medication

• It can be treated without a doctor

What is the tone of this article?

• Serious

• Light and easy

• Frightening

• Angry

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What is the author's purpose for writing this article?

• To entertain the reader.

• To inspire the reader.

• To educate the reader.

• To anger the reader.

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