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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Monocytic leukemia | |||
| synonyms = [[Acute monocytic leukemia]], [[Chronic myelomonocytic leukemia]] | |||
| field = [[Hematology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Fatigue (medical)]], [[fever]], [[weight loss]], [[anemia]], [[bruising]], [[bleeding]] | |||
| complications = [[Infection]], [[anemia]], [[thrombocytopenia]] | |||
| onset = Can occur at any age, more common in adults | |||
| duration = Chronic or acute | |||
| types = [[Acute monocytic leukemia]], [[Chronic myelomonocytic leukemia]] | |||
| causes = [[Genetic mutations]], [[radiation exposure]], [[chemical exposure]] | |||
| risks = [[Age]], [[genetic predisposition]], [[previous cancer treatment]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Blood test]], [[bone marrow biopsy]], [[cytogenetic analysis]] | |||
| differential = [[Other types of leukemia]], [[myelodysplastic syndromes]] | |||
| treatment = [[Chemotherapy]], [[stem cell transplant]], [[targeted therapy]] | |||
| prognosis = Varies depending on type and stage | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
}} | |||
'''Monocytic Leukemia''' is a subtype of [[leukemia]], a group of [[cancer]]s of the [[blood]] and [[bone marrow]]. It is characterized by the rapid growth of abnormal [[monocyte]]s, a type of [[white blood cell]], that accumulate in the bone marrow and interfere with the production of normal blood cells. | '''Monocytic Leukemia''' is a subtype of [[leukemia]], a group of [[cancer]]s of the [[blood]] and [[bone marrow]]. It is characterized by the rapid growth of abnormal [[monocyte]]s, a type of [[white blood cell]], that accumulate in the bone marrow and interfere with the production of normal blood cells. | ||
==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
Monocytic leukemia is classified under the broader category of [[myeloid leukemia]], which also includes other subtypes such as [[myeloblastic leukemia]], [[promyelocytic leukemia]], and [[myelomonocytic leukemia]]. The disease can occur at any age, but it is more common in adults than in children. | Monocytic leukemia is classified under the broader category of [[myeloid leukemia]], which also includes other subtypes such as [[myeloblastic leukemia]], [[promyelocytic leukemia]], and [[myelomonocytic leukemia]]. The disease can occur at any age, but it is more common in adults than in children. | ||
==Symptoms== | ==Symptoms== | ||
The symptoms of monocytic leukemia are similar to those of other types of leukemia and may include [[fatigue]], [[fever]], [[weight loss]], and frequent [[infection]]s due to the lack of normal white blood cells. Other symptoms may include [[anemia]] due to a shortage of red blood cells, and easy bruising or bleeding due to a shortage of [[platelet]]s. | The symptoms of monocytic leukemia are similar to those of other types of leukemia and may include [[fatigue]], [[fever]], [[weight loss]], and frequent [[infection]]s due to the lack of normal white blood cells. Other symptoms may include [[anemia]] due to a shortage of red blood cells, and easy bruising or bleeding due to a shortage of [[platelet]]s. | ||
==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
Diagnosis of monocytic leukemia typically involves a series of tests, including [[blood test]]s, [[bone marrow biopsy]], and [[cytogenetic analysis]]. These tests help to confirm the presence of abnormal monocytes and to determine the subtype of leukemia. | Diagnosis of monocytic leukemia typically involves a series of tests, including [[blood test]]s, [[bone marrow biopsy]], and [[cytogenetic analysis]]. These tests help to confirm the presence of abnormal monocytes and to determine the subtype of leukemia. | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
Treatment for monocytic leukemia may involve [[chemotherapy]], [[radiation therapy]], [[stem cell transplant]], or a combination of these. The choice of treatment depends on a variety of factors, including the patient's overall health, the subtype of leukemia, and the patient's personal preferences. | Treatment for monocytic leukemia may involve [[chemotherapy]], [[radiation therapy]], [[stem cell transplant]], or a combination of these. The choice of treatment depends on a variety of factors, including the patient's overall health, the subtype of leukemia, and the patient's personal preferences. | ||
==Prognosis== | ==Prognosis== | ||
The prognosis for monocytic leukemia varies widely, depending on factors such as the patient's age, overall health, and the specific subtype of leukemia. In general, however, monocytic leukemia is considered a serious and life-threatening disease. | The prognosis for monocytic leukemia varies widely, depending on factors such as the patient's age, overall health, and the specific subtype of leukemia. In general, however, monocytic leukemia is considered a serious and life-threatening disease. | ||
==See also== | ==See also== | ||
* [[Acute myeloid leukemia]] | * [[Acute myeloid leukemia]] | ||
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* [[Monocyte]] | * [[Monocyte]] | ||
* [[White blood cell]] | * [[White blood cell]] | ||
[[Category:Leukemia]] | [[Category:Leukemia]] | ||
[[Category:Blood disorders]] | [[Category:Blood disorders]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 03:32, 4 April 2025
| Monocytic leukemia | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Acute monocytic leukemia, Chronic myelomonocytic leukemia |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Fatigue (medical), fever, weight loss, anemia, bruising, bleeding |
| Complications | Infection, anemia, thrombocytopenia |
| Onset | Can occur at any age, more common in adults |
| Duration | Chronic or acute |
| Types | Acute monocytic leukemia, Chronic myelomonocytic leukemia |
| Causes | Genetic mutations, radiation exposure, chemical exposure |
| Risks | Age, genetic predisposition, previous cancer treatment |
| Diagnosis | Blood test, bone marrow biopsy, cytogenetic analysis |
| Differential diagnosis | Other types of leukemia, myelodysplastic syndromes |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Chemotherapy, stem cell transplant, targeted therapy |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Varies depending on type and stage |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Monocytic Leukemia is a subtype of leukemia, a group of cancers of the blood and bone marrow. It is characterized by the rapid growth of abnormal monocytes, a type of white blood cell, that accumulate in the bone marrow and interfere with the production of normal blood cells.
Overview[edit]
Monocytic leukemia is classified under the broader category of myeloid leukemia, which also includes other subtypes such as myeloblastic leukemia, promyelocytic leukemia, and myelomonocytic leukemia. The disease can occur at any age, but it is more common in adults than in children.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of monocytic leukemia are similar to those of other types of leukemia and may include fatigue, fever, weight loss, and frequent infections due to the lack of normal white blood cells. Other symptoms may include anemia due to a shortage of red blood cells, and easy bruising or bleeding due to a shortage of platelets.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of monocytic leukemia typically involves a series of tests, including blood tests, bone marrow biopsy, and cytogenetic analysis. These tests help to confirm the presence of abnormal monocytes and to determine the subtype of leukemia.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for monocytic leukemia may involve chemotherapy, radiation therapy, stem cell transplant, or a combination of these. The choice of treatment depends on a variety of factors, including the patient's overall health, the subtype of leukemia, and the patient's personal preferences.
Prognosis[edit]
The prognosis for monocytic leukemia varies widely, depending on factors such as the patient's age, overall health, and the specific subtype of leukemia. In general, however, monocytic leukemia is considered a serious and life-threatening disease.
See also[edit]
