Benzene and Leukemia
Types of Leukemia that Can Be Related to Benzene Exposure
Conditions characterized by the depression of the immune system, such as
anemia and leukemia have been associated with long term exposure to benzene. If
you or a loved one has a benzene related illness or has died because of a
benzene related illness, you may be entitled to compensation. Contact
the Law Offices of Carabin & Shaw right now.
Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML) - also known as
chronic granulocytic leukemia. Chronic myelogenous leukemia is characterized
by a rapid growth of the blood forming cells in bone marrow, blood,
and body tissue resulting in bone marrow failure. Symptoms include
fever, bone pain, fatigue, and enlarged spleen.
Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL) - a condition
defined as an accumulation of abnormal lymphocytes in the blood and
the bone marrow. These lymphocytes do not perform their functions
normally and interfere with the production of other blood cells necessary
for normal blood function. Complications resulting from impaired blood
function include deficiency of the immune system, coagulation problems,
swollen lymph nodes, and a host of other conditions.
Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL) - known as acute
childhood leukemia. ALL is characterized by an accumulation of
immature white blood cells in the vascular system and is a malignant
cancer. The malignant cells replace bone marrow over time resulting
in a loss of normal blood cell function. A few of the symptoms of this
disease can include prolonged bleeding, bruising, skin rash, fatigue,
bone pain, and weight loss.
Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma (NHL) - also known as
lymphocytic lymphoma, histiocytic lymphoma, and lymphoblastic
lymphoma. It is a malignancy of the lymphatic tissue (lymph nodes,
spleen, etc.). Often, the first sign of a non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma is a painless swelling
of a lymph node in the neck, armpit or groin. Other symptoms include
fever, weight loss, excessive sweating and persistent itching all over
the body.
Multiple Myeloma is a cancer of the plasma
cell, where large numbers of abnormal plasma cells, myeloma cells,
are produced. These fill up the bone marrow interfering with production
of normal white cells, red cells and platelets. The myeloma cells usually
produce a large amount of one type of abnormal antibody. This antibody
cannot fight infection effectively and often reduces the production
of normal antibodies. Symptoms of this disease include renal failure,
lower back or rib pain, excessive lethargy, and recurrent infections
- especially chest infections.
Myelodysplasia (MDS) – also known as Myelodysplastic
Syndrome- refers to a group of disorders where the bone marrow does
not function as normal, producing immature blood cells. MDS affects
the production of any, if not all, of the types of blood cells. MDS
can be categorized in one of five categories: refractory anemia, refractory
anemia with ring sideroblasts, refractory anemia with excess blasts,
refractory anemia with excess blasts in transformation, and chronic
myelomonocytic leukemia. MDS almost always affects persons over age
50, and is frequently asymptomatic until the disease is in its advanced
stages.
Secondary Aplastic Anemia - sometimes
known as acquired aplastic anemia. Secondary anemia is characterized by the failure
of the bone marrow to form enough blood cells. It is defined by a reduction
in all types of blood cells. Symptoms of this disease include fatigue,
shortness of breath, weakness and rapid heart rate.
Carabin & Shaw Injury Lawyers handle cases involving exposure to Benzene
throughout the Entire State of Texas including Houston, Galveston, Beaumont,
Corpus Christi, Brownsville, Port Author, McAllen, and Victoria. If you
or a loved one has an illness related to benzene, or has passed away
due to benzene exposure, contact the law offices of Carabin & Shaw today. We
have eleven offices through out the State of Texas to serve you.
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