Risk Factors
A risk factor is a characteristic, behavior, or condition that increases the possibility of getting a disease. Here are some risk factors for developing CML:
Gender
Men are at a higher risk than women for developing CML.
Age
Your chance of developing CML increases with age. CML is most common in older adults and the average age of diagnosis is 65 years of age.
Radiation Exposure
You are at high-risk for developing CML is you have ever been exposed to radiation from an atomic bomb.
