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My father was dignosed with leukemia and he is 65 years of age, and dont want to do any of the treatment what so ever :( how long is he gonna live?

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Leukemia: There are many types of leukemias. In general acute leukemia present quickly and have a rapid course, some can be deadly within months. Chronic leukemias in general are more insidious and patients generally live longer, sometimes many years. Really depends on specific type.

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Answered 7/5/2017

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