How Do You Trigger Leukemia?
How Do You Trigger Leukemia? A genetic predisposition. Down syndrome. Human T-lymphotropic virus (HTLV) Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) Exposure to petrochemicals, such as benzene. Extensive exposure to artificial ionizing radiation. Alkylating chemotherapy agents administered to treat other types of cancer. Can you get leukemia out of nowhere? The onset of leukemia can be acute (sudden