What rare form of blood cancer led to Pompidou’s death?
Leukemia
Waldenström's disease
Lymphoma
Myeloma
Answer
Waldenström's disease, a rare form of blood cancer, ultimately led to the demise of Georges Pompidou. This form of cancer affects the lymphocytes, white blood cells crucial for the immune system. Waldenström's disease can cause fatigue, weight loss, and swelling of the lymph nodes, spleen, and liver. Treatment options include chemotherapy, radiation therapy, targeted therapy, and stem cell transplant.
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