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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Leukemid | |||
| synonyms = | |||
| specialty = [[Hematology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Skin lesions]], [[papules]], [[nodules]], [[plaques]] | |||
| complications = | |||
| onset = | |||
| duration = | |||
| causes = [[Leukemia]] | |||
| risks = | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical examination]], [[biopsy]] | |||
| differential = [[Leukemia cutis]], [[skin infections]], [[dermatitis]] | |||
| prevention = | |||
| treatment = [[Chemotherapy]], [[radiation therapy]], [[targeted therapy]] | |||
| medication = | |||
| prognosis = | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
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'''Leukemid''' is a condition characterized by an abnormal increase in the number of [[white blood cells]] in the body. It is often associated with [[leukemia]], a type of [[cancer]] that affects the blood and bone marrow. | '''Leukemid''' is a condition characterized by an abnormal increase in the number of [[white blood cells]] in the body. It is often associated with [[leukemia]], a type of [[cancer]] that affects the blood and bone marrow. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of leukemid can vary depending on the type of leukemia and the stage of the disease. Common symptoms include fatigue, fever, unexplained weight loss, and frequent infections. Other symptoms may include easy bruising or bleeding, bone pain, and swollen lymph nodes. | The symptoms of leukemid can vary depending on the type of leukemia and the stage of the disease. Common symptoms include fatigue, fever, unexplained weight loss, and frequent infections. Other symptoms may include easy bruising or bleeding, bone pain, and swollen lymph nodes. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
The exact cause of leukemid is not known. However, it is believed to be caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Some studies suggest that exposure to certain chemicals or radiation may increase the risk of developing leukemid. | The exact cause of leukemid is not known. However, it is believed to be caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Some studies suggest that exposure to certain chemicals or radiation may increase the risk of developing leukemid. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
The diagnosis of leukemid is usually made based on a complete blood count (CBC) and a bone marrow biopsy. The CBC can show an increased number of white blood cells, while the bone marrow biopsy can confirm the presence of abnormal cells. | The diagnosis of leukemid is usually made based on a complete blood count (CBC) and a bone marrow biopsy. The CBC can show an increased number of white blood cells, while the bone marrow biopsy can confirm the presence of abnormal cells. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
The treatment of leukemid depends on the type of leukemia and the stage of the disease. Treatment options may include chemotherapy, radiation therapy, stem cell transplant, or targeted therapy. | The treatment of leukemid depends on the type of leukemia and the stage of the disease. Treatment options may include chemotherapy, radiation therapy, stem cell transplant, or targeted therapy. | ||
== Prognosis == | == Prognosis == | ||
The prognosis for individuals with leukemid can vary widely. Factors that can affect prognosis include the type of leukemia, the stage of the disease, the person's age and overall health, and the response to treatment. | The prognosis for individuals with leukemid can vary widely. Factors that can affect prognosis include the type of leukemia, the stage of the disease, the person's age and overall health, and the response to treatment. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Leukemia]] | * [[Leukemia]] | ||
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* [[Radiation therapy]] | * [[Radiation therapy]] | ||
* [[Stem cell transplant]] | * [[Stem cell transplant]] | ||
[[Category:Medical conditions]] | [[Category:Medical conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Cancer]] | [[Category:Cancer]] | ||
[[Category:Blood disorders]] | [[Category:Blood disorders]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 00:37, 4 April 2025
| Leukemid | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | Hematology |
| Symptoms | Skin lesions, papules, nodules, plaques |
| Complications | |
| Onset | |
| Duration | |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Leukemia |
| Risks | |
| Diagnosis | Clinical examination, biopsy |
| Differential diagnosis | Leukemia cutis, skin infections, dermatitis |
| Prevention | |
| Treatment | Chemotherapy, radiation therapy, targeted therapy |
| Medication | |
| Prognosis | |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Leukemid is a condition characterized by an abnormal increase in the number of white blood cells in the body. It is often associated with leukemia, a type of cancer that affects the blood and bone marrow.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of leukemid can vary depending on the type of leukemia and the stage of the disease. Common symptoms include fatigue, fever, unexplained weight loss, and frequent infections. Other symptoms may include easy bruising or bleeding, bone pain, and swollen lymph nodes.
Causes[edit]
The exact cause of leukemid is not known. However, it is believed to be caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Some studies suggest that exposure to certain chemicals or radiation may increase the risk of developing leukemid.
Diagnosis[edit]
The diagnosis of leukemid is usually made based on a complete blood count (CBC) and a bone marrow biopsy. The CBC can show an increased number of white blood cells, while the bone marrow biopsy can confirm the presence of abnormal cells.
Treatment[edit]
The treatment of leukemid depends on the type of leukemia and the stage of the disease. Treatment options may include chemotherapy, radiation therapy, stem cell transplant, or targeted therapy.
Prognosis[edit]
The prognosis for individuals with leukemid can vary widely. Factors that can affect prognosis include the type of leukemia, the stage of the disease, the person's age and overall health, and the response to treatment.
