2024-03-05 19:00:00
Enas Al-Banna wrote Tuesday, March 5, 2024 09:00 PM
Series without warning It is shown during the holy month of Ramadan on United Channels, and deals with the social and humanitarian story of a family whose young son is afflicted with leukemia. In the following lines, we present the most important things related to leukemia, according to the Cleveland Clinic website.
Leukemia is a condition in which there is rapid growth of abnormal blood cells in the bone marrow. Leukemia cells are usually immature white blood cells. Unlike other types of cancer, leukemia does not generally form a mass (tumor) that shows up on imaging tests, such as X-rays. Or a CT scan. There are many types of leukemia, some of which are more common in children, while others are more common in adults. Treatment depends on the type of leukemia and other factors.
What are the symptoms of leukemia?
Common signs and symptoms of leukemia include:
Tired easily
Fever or night sweats
Recurrent infections
shortness of breath
Pale skin
Unexplained weight loss
Bone/joint pain or tenderness
Pain or a feeling of fullness under your ribs on the left side
Swollen lymph nodes in the neck, underarm, groin, or stomach, or an enlarged spleen or liver
How is leukemia diagnosed?
May include Diagnostic tests the following:
Physical examination: By knowing the symptoms, examining the spleen and liver to see if there is enlargement of the lymph nodes, and the gums are also examined for bleeding and swelling.
Complete blood test: A blood test lets you know if you have abnormal levels of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. If you have leukemia, you will likely have a higher than normal number of white blood cells.
Blood cell examination: The doctor may take additional blood samples to check for signs indicating the presence of leukemia cells or a specific type of leukemia.
Bone marrow biopsy: The doctor may perform a biopsy if you have an abnormal number of white blood cells. This is done by inserting a long needle into the bone marrow to withdraw fluids during the procedure.
Imaging and other tests: Your doctor may order an X-ray, CT scan, or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) if symptoms indicate that leukemia has affected bones, organs, or tissues.
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