Condition
Pediatric Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL)
What You Need to Know
Leukemia is cancer caused by abnormal white blood cells.Key Symptoms
Some common symptoms include: Unexplained fever and headaches, enlarged lymph nodes in the neck, arm pits or groin, and easy bruising and bleeding.
Diagnosis
To confirm a diagnosis of acute lymphoblastic leukemia, your child's healthcare provider may perform tests including a complete medical evaluation, blood tests, needle aspiration or biopsy.
Treatment
Treatments that we recommend at Children’s National include: Chemotherapy and stem cell transplantation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is aymphoblastic leukemia (ALL)?
What causes acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) in children?
What are symptoms of acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) in children?
How is acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) in children diagnosed?
What are the treatments for acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) in children?
Meet the Providers Who Treat Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL)
Patient Stories
- Compassionate Care Helps Wes and his Family
Our 3-year-old son Wes is a typical kid. He loves dinosaurs, racing his toy cars and eating noodles. We weren’t too concerned when our pediatrician suggested blood work after I reported that Wes had swollen lymph nodes. What were the odds it was something serious? Our world turned upside down when she called the next day holding back tears. “His white blood counts are extremely high and it points to leukemia,” she said. “Pack a bag and go straight to Children’s National Hospital.”
Departments that Treat Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL)
Oncology
Our oncology (cancer) team provides personalized treatment plans for children with cancer, including access to clinical trials.