Leukaemia Cure

Is there a cure for leukaemia yet? I am aware that there are many different treatments and that these can result in remission, but I vaguely remember my consultant stating that as of today there is no cure.

  • Hello and thanks for your post,

    It is very difficult to be too specific about your question as there are many different types of leukaemia and in a lot of situations leukaemia can be cured or controlled for may years.

    Every case is very different. It depends on the type of leukaemia, the age of the patient and how they respond to any treatment.

    The charity Blood Cancer UK have produced some facts and figures about blood cancer which you can see here

    You may find it more helpful to ring and discuss this with one of the nurses on the helpline where we maybe able to answer your questions more clearly. 

    Our helpline number is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the nurses are here Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm.

    All the best,

    Catherine