Acute Myelogenous Leukemia (AML)

The symptoms of acute leukemia generally appear suddenly and can be similar to those of a virus or flu. They can be severe enough that they prompt patients see their physicians shortly after their onset, and include:

• fever, headache
• loss of weight and/or appetite
• easy bruising and/or bleeding
• weakness and fatigue
• coughing, shortness of breath
• frequent minor infections or poor healing of minor cuts
• swollen lymph nodes, stomach, head, arms, and gums
• tiny red spots in the skin
• bone or joint pain
• difficulty maintaining balance
• blurred vision
• seizures, vomiting
• an enlarged, painless testicle

These symptoms are associated with a wide range of conditions and illnesses other than leukemia. But if these problems persist, consult a physician.