Haematology
A blood cancer that affects the lymphocytes or the lymphatic system of the body, including lymph nodes, is called lymphoma. Lymphocytes are white blood cells that fight infections in the body. These lymphoma cells then endanger the immune system. Lymphoma is the most common type of blood cancer in adults, and more than half the cases diagnosed are attributed to this type
Rapid and uncontrollable production of abnormal white blood cells known as blasts causes leukaemia and can be either acute (growing quickly) or chronic (growing slowly). White blood cells, including lymphocytes and neutrophils, normally fight against infection. The vast number of abnormal white blood cells makes them unable to fight infection and also interferes with the proper production and functioning of the blood cells.
Aplastic anaemia is a rare but serious disorder that disrupts the bone marrow's ability to produce enough blood cells. This malfunctioning bone marrow leads to deficiencies in red blood cells (causing fatigue), white blood cells (increasing infection risk), and platelets (raising the risk of bleeding). Aplastic anaemia has no universal cure, but treatments like blood transfusions and medications can help manage symptoms. In some cases, a stem cell transplant may offer a potential cure.
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