Monocytic leukemia
Monocytic Leukemia (pronounced: mɒnəˈsaɪtɪk luːˈkiːmiə) is a subtype of Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) that involves the proliferation of monocyte lineage cells in the bone marrow and other parts of the body.
Etymology
The term "Monocytic Leukemia" is derived from the Greek words "monos" meaning "single", "kytos" meaning "cell", and "leukos" meaning "white". The term "leukemia" is derived from the Greek words "leukos" meaning "white" and "haima" meaning "blood".
Definition
Monocytic Leukemia is a type of cancer that starts in the blood-forming cells of the bone marrow. In this type of leukemia, the bone marrow makes too many monocyte cells, a type of white blood cell that plays a role in the body's immune response.
Symptoms
Common symptoms of Monocytic Leukemia include fatigue, fever, weight loss, and frequent infections. Other symptoms may include anemia, bleeding, and bruising.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of Monocytic Leukemia typically involves a series of tests including blood tests, bone marrow biopsy, and cytogenetic analysis.
Treatment
Treatment options for Monocytic Leukemia may include chemotherapy, radiation therapy, stem cell transplant, and targeted therapy drugs.
Prognosis
The prognosis for Monocytic Leukemia varies depending on a number of factors including the patient's age, overall health, and the specific characteristics of the leukemia cells.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Monocytic leukemia
- Wikipedia's article - Monocytic leukemia
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