Why are you getting rashes?
Rashes can develop for several reasons when you have leukemia. Understanding the cause can help you and your healthcare team determine the best approach.
Leukemia affecting the skin (leukemia cutis) happens when leukemia cells spread to the skin. These rashes may look like little mounds Show Full Answer
Why are you getting rashes?
Rashes can develop for several reasons when you have leukemia. Understanding the cause can help you and your healthcare team determine the best approach.
Leukemia affecting the skin (leukemia cutis) happens when leukemia cells spread to the skin. These rashes may look like little mounds, plaques, or even resemble dry skin or eczema. They can appear anywhere but are most common on the head, trunk, or neck.
Petechiae are tiny red, brown, or purple spots caused by bleeding under the skin. They occur when damaged blood cells don't clot properly due to low platelet counts. These often appear in clusters on arms, legs, and torso.
Sweet's syndrome causes red or bluish lesions or tender bumps that develop quickly along with a high fever. This can be triggered by leukemia itself.
Chemotherapy side effects are another common cause. Many chemotherapy treatments can cause rashes anywhere on the body that may itch, burn, or sting.
It's important to let your oncologist know about any new rashes so they can determine the cause and recommend appropriate treatment. Treating the underlying leukemia often helps resolve these skin issues.
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