Leukaemia Travel Insurance

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Leukaemia is cancer of the blood or bone marrow.

Types of leukaemia fall into two categories, acute and chronic.

Symptoms include:

• Swollen lymph nodes in neck or armpit
• Fever
• Night sweats
• Increased susceptibility to infection
• Weakness
• Fatigue
• Bleeding and bruising easily
• Swelling in the abdomen
• Weight loss
• Bones and joint pain

There are a number of tests a doctor will do to ascertain whether you have leukaemia, such as:

• Physical examination
• Blood test
• Biopsy
• Bone marrow aspiration
• Bone marrow transplant
• Spinal tap
• Chest x-ray

After diagnosis, this disease is normally treated with chemotherapy or radiotherapy.

You are advised not to travel on long trips while in treatment as your immune system is compromised by the therapy.

Air travel is especially bad for contracting airborne illnesses.

You should also not receive any vaccinations during treatments and for up to 6 months afterwards in light of your weakened immune system.

If it is necessary to travel then make sure to take anti-bacterial wipes for all surfaces you will come across.

If taking medication, ensure you bring a plentiful supply and keep it in hand luggage in case of delays or loss of luggage.

Useful Websites: Understanding Leukaemia - About Leukaemia - Leukaemia Article - Leukaemia Symptoms

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