Acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL)

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

The symptoms of ALL include feeling tired, frequent infections, high temperature and bruising easily. Find out more.

Find out about childhood 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 acute lymphoblastic leukaemia. Learn what to expect when seeing your GP, getting referred to a specialist, and the tests you might have.

Survival for acute lymphoblastic leukaemia depends on many different factors, such as your age and the type of ALL that you have. Find out more.

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 side effects and follow up.

Read about research into ALL, what clinical trials are and how to take part.

Get practical, physical and emotional support to help you cope during and after acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL) treatment, including information on diet, physical activity, sex, fertility and life after a stem cell transplant.

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.