A 17-year-old patient with edematous lymph nodes and headaches is diagnosed with leukemia. The nurse suspects that this patient likely has which health problem?

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Acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL) is often characterized by swollen lymph nodes and headache, and is more commonly diagnosed in younger patients. Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) is more commonly diagnosed in older patients and may not present with as many noticeable symptoms in the early stages. Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) may present with similar symptoms, but are typically not associated with lymph node swelling.

A 17-Year-Old Patient with Edematous Lymph Nodes and Headaches Is