short view of blood cancer-Dr. Dodul Mondal ( Oncologist )

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Blood Cancer


Introduction

Blood cancer represents a large number of different malignancies. This group includes cancers of the bone marrow, blood, and lymphatic system, including cancers of the lymph nodes, lymph vessels, tonsils, thymus, spleen, and lymphatic tissues of the digestive tract. SEE MORE Leukemia and myeloma start in the bone marrow, and lymphoma starts in the lymphatic system and are the most common types of blood cancers.


Symptoms Bone and Joint Pain Joint discomfort is common and usually felt in the hands, feet, hips, knees, or spine. Pain may be constant or it can come and go. Sometimes the joint can feel stiff, achy, or sore. Some patients complain of a burning, throbbing, or “grating” sensation


Bleeding or bruising easily Bleeding easily is usually the result of a bleeding disorder, many of which are inherited conditions such as hemophilia or von Willebrand disease. Bleeding disorders are conditions in which the ability of the blood to clot normally is impaired. Bleeding disorders can range from mild to severe. Poor nutrition or liver disease can also be causes of easy bleeding.

Fever A fever is a temporary increase in your body temperature, often due to an illness. Having a fever is a sign that something out of the ordinary is going on in your body. For an adult, a fever may be uncomfortable, but usually isn't a cause for concern unless it reaches 103 F (39.4 C) or higher.


Risk Factors Old age Certain types o chemicals Exposure to radiation or certain types of chemotherapy Family history of blood cancer HIV AIDS Solid organ transplant recipients Personal medical history of certain blood disorders Personal medical history of certain genetic diseases (Down syndrome) Smokes


Common treatments

Biotherapy attacks cancer cells Chemotherapy attacks cancer cells Participate in a clinical trial that tested promising new treatments for blood cancers Radiation therapy attacks cancer cells Stem cell transplantation provides healthy stem cells, which can produce healthy blood cells Targeted therapy for specific cancer cells or signaling proteins Pay attention to waiting to recognize when to start treatment



Contact Us

Dr. Dodul Mondal Phone Number

+91-8860-102-093 Address

Email Address www.reallygreatsite.com Website

dodulmondal@gmail.com Max Institute of Cancer Care, Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, Delhi


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