Blood cancer is a cancer that affects the production and function of blood cells in the body. It usually starts in the bone marrow. The main causes are:
Genetic Mutations: Changes in the DNA of blood cells cause the cells to grow uncontrollably. Sometimes, inherited genes are also responsible for this.
Radiation & Chemicals: Exposure to high levels of radiation and exposure to strong chemicals like Benzene can cause changes in the structure of blood cells.
Immune disorders: Abnormal blood cells can grow when the body’s immune system is very weak. Certain viral infections can also lead to this.
Previous cancer treatments: There is a small risk of developing blood cancer after a long period of time as a side effect of some chemotherapy or radiation treatments for other cancers.
Smoking and lifestyle: Smoking not only harms the lungs but also the health of blood cells. The chemicals in cigarettes can cause conditions like acute myeloid leukemia (AML).