What is the Connection between Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia and Benzene?
There are more than 20,000 cases of AML each year. There are also tens of thousands of cases of chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) and acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL) annually. Studies of these leukemias do show a causal connection to benzene exposures. Benzene-containing products including gasoline, printing inks and press washes, brake and carburetor cleaners, automotive parts washers, and paint thinners cause cell mutations that can result in the development of leukemia.
How is APL Treated?
There are several options for the treatment of acute promyelocytic leukemia, including chemotherapy, radiation, and stem cell transplants. Most treatment begins with induction therapy, or chemotherapy. This is then followed by a targeted drug therapy. These treatments may bring patients into remission. Success rates are constantly increasing. The type of treatment available to patients is dependent on factors like the severity of the disease and the patient’s age.
What are some Symptoms of APL?
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Bleeding from any site, including gums and nosebleeds
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Difficulty moving your arms and legs, due to bleeding in the brain
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Fever, loss of appetite, and fatigue
Workers at Risk for APL:
- Automotive and Heavy Equipment Mechanics
- Workers in the Petroleum Industry
- Printers and Pressman
- Fuel Haulers
- Gas Station Attendants
- Painters
Hire Experienced Leukemia Lawyers
Hughes Law Offices is a Leukemia Law Firm. We focus on helping our clients get the compensation from manufacturers of benzene-containing products and landowners where the exposures occurred. The petro-chemical industry has thousands of attorneys and vast resources which they put to work to defeat your claim. You need experienced attorneys to handle these complex legal matters. If you or someone you love was diagnosed with leukemia and had occupational benzene exposure, call 1-800-BENZENE for a free consultation today.
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