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What diseases are often co-diagnosed with leukemia?
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Yes: This is mainly the case for chronic lymphocytic leukemia. These patients have a higher risk of prostate cancer and myeloma.
Answered 5/16/2013
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Yes: Depends on the type of leukemia.
Answered 9/21/2011
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Depends: As noted, it depends on the leukemia, but some leukemias have an increased risk of infections. Some leukemias can transform into worse cancers.
Answered 7/20/2012
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