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Treatment for ALL may cause side effects.

Source: Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)–Patient Version, National Cancer Institute.

Source updated: May 12, 2025 · Captured 2026-09-09.

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Context: Treatment Option Overview

To learn more about side effects that begin during treatment for cancer, visit Side Effects.

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Side Effects

Side effects from cancer treatment that begin after treatment and continue for months or years are called late effects. Late effects of treatment for ALL may include the risk of second cancers (new types of cancer). Regular follow-up exams are very important for long-term survivors.

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