1. Leukemia
These cancerous cells hinder many of the basic functions of the blood. Red blood cells are prevented from transporting valuable oxygen to all major organs in the body. ... Other unproven factors included toxic waste and nuclear power plants. ... Radiation therapy may also be useful to control symptoms when local cancer growths cause pain as a result of pressure on bone or nerve, or when the function of vital organs such as the bowel, or respiratory system are involved. ... The cells are then transplanted into the patient to increase the amount of natural blood cells in the body. ...
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