Which treatments are commonly used for acute myeloid leukemia?

• A. Aggressive chemotherapy, hematopoietic stem cell transplantation, and supportive care
• B. Antibiotics alone
• C. Radiotherapy only
• D. Observation only

Answer: (A)

Treating acute myeloid leukemia hinges on a systemic, multimodal approach: start with induction chemotherapy to rapidly reduce the leukemic burden and achieve remission, then follow with consolidation therapy to eradicate residual disease; many patients, especially younger or higher-risk, proceed to hematopoietic stem cell transplantation to improve cure rates. Supportive care is woven into all phases to manage cytopenias, prevent infections, provide transfusions as needed, and address metabolic complications. Antibiotics are essential for infection management but cannot cure AML when used alone. Radiotherapy is not the primary treatment for AML since the disease is systemic. Observing without treatment would allow the leukemia to progress.