Introduction to Blood Cancers Myths and Facts about Blood and Stem Cells What Happens in Leukemias, Lymphomas, and Myelomas? Different Types of Leukemias, Lymphomas, and Myelomas Diagnosis of Leukemia, Lymphoma, and Myeloma The Patient and the Specialist General Management of Blood Cancers Specific Therapy for Leukemias Specific Therapy for Lymphomas Specific Current Therapy for Myelomas Current Role of Stem Cell Transplantation for Leukemias, Lymphomas, and Myelomas Principal Side-Effects of the Treatment of Leukemias, Lymphomas, and Myelomas Future Prospects Glossary Appendix I: Sources of Information and Support for Patients Appendix II: General References and Suggested Further Reading Index.