Does AML affect the lungs

Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) primarily affects the blood and bone marrow, but it can have secondary effects on the lungs. Patients with AML may experience respiratory complications due to infections, bleeding, or the infiltration of leukemic cells into lung tissue. Additionally, treatments for AML, such as chemotherapy, can weaken the immune system, increasing the risk of pneumonia and other respiratory issues.