Leukemia is cancer of bone marrow. In leukemia, the bone marrow makes an too much diseased white cells that cannot perform their usual function of fighting infection. This can result in pale skin and getting tired easy as there is less oxygen carrying red blood cells. It can also lead to easy bleeding or bruising since the platelet production is also affected.
Chemotherapy is effective against some types of leukemia in children.
Many times, a transfusion or bone marrow transplant is also effective. The Assoc. of Cancer Online Resources - Links to cancer info. American Red Cross - Leukemia patients need lots of blood. The American Red Cross also will share your HLA information with the National Marrow Donor Program if you want to be a donor. Also included is information on cancer risk factors and risks for major cancers.