Acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL)

Acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL) is a type of blood cancer. It starts from young white blood cells called lymphocytes in the bone marrow. 

Symptoms of acute lymphoblastic leukaemia are vague, but find out about the possible symptoms and when to see your doctor.

Find out about acute lymphoblastic leukaemia, how it is diagnosed and treated, and resources and organisations that can help you cope.

You usually see your GP or go to A&E if you have symptoms of ALL. Learn what to expect when seeing your GP, getting referred to a specialist, and tests for ALL.

Survival for ALL depends on many different factors such as your age and the type of ALL that you have. Find out more about survival for ALL

The main treatment for ALL is chemotherapy. But you may also have a targeted cancer drug, immunotherapy, or a stem cell transplant. Find out how your doctor chooses your treatment, treatment information, side effects and follow up.

Read about research into acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL), and find out what clinical trials are and how to take part. 

Read about coping with ALL and the support available, diet and exercise, life after a transplant, and sex and fertility.

We don’t know what causes most cases of acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL). But there are some factors that may increase your risk of developing it. These include certain genetic conditions, previous chemotherapy treatment and ionising radiation. Find out more about these.