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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Myelophthisic anemia | |||
| synonyms = Myelophthisis | |||
| field = [[Hematology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Anemia]], [[fatigue]], [[pallor]], [[shortness of breath]], [[tachycardia]] | |||
| complications = [[Bone marrow failure]], [[pancytopenia]] | |||
| onset = Variable, depending on underlying cause | |||
| duration = Chronic, unless underlying cause is treated | |||
| causes = [[Metastatic cancer]], [[myelofibrosis]], [[granulomatous disease]], [[leukemia]] | |||
| risks = History of [[cancer]], [[radiation therapy]], [[chemotherapy]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Complete blood count]], [[bone marrow biopsy]], [[imaging studies]] | |||
| differential = [[Aplastic anemia]], [[hemolytic anemia]], [[iron deficiency anemia]] | |||
| treatment = Treat underlying cause, [[blood transfusion]], [[erythropoiesis-stimulating agents]] | |||
| prognosis = Depends on underlying cause | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
}} | |||
'''Myelophthisic anemia''' is a type of [[anemia]] that occurs when the [[bone marrow]] is replaced by non-blood producing cells or tissues. This condition is also known as '''myelophthisis''' or '''myelophthisic syndrome'''. | '''Myelophthisic anemia''' is a type of [[anemia]] that occurs when the [[bone marrow]] is replaced by non-blood producing cells or tissues. This condition is also known as '''myelophthisis''' or '''myelophthisic syndrome'''. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Myelophthisic anemia is caused by the replacement of the bone marrow by non-blood producing cells or tissues. This can occur due to a variety of conditions, including [[cancer]], [[fibrosis]], [[granulomatous disease]], and [[leukemia]]. | Myelophthisic anemia is caused by the replacement of the bone marrow by non-blood producing cells or tissues. This can occur due to a variety of conditions, including [[cancer]], [[fibrosis]], [[granulomatous disease]], and [[leukemia]]. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of myelophthisic anemia can vary depending on the underlying cause of the condition. Common symptoms include [[fatigue]], [[weakness]], [[shortness of breath]], and [[pale skin]]. In severe cases, patients may also experience [[fever]], [[night sweats]], and [[weight loss]]. | The symptoms of myelophthisic anemia can vary depending on the underlying cause of the condition. Common symptoms include [[fatigue]], [[weakness]], [[shortness of breath]], and [[pale skin]]. In severe cases, patients may also experience [[fever]], [[night sweats]], and [[weight loss]]. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of myelophthisic anemia typically involves a [[complete blood count]] (CBC) to check for low levels of red blood cells. A [[bone marrow biopsy]] may also be performed to confirm the presence of non-blood producing cells or tissues in the bone marrow. | Diagnosis of myelophthisic anemia typically involves a [[complete blood count]] (CBC) to check for low levels of red blood cells. A [[bone marrow biopsy]] may also be performed to confirm the presence of non-blood producing cells or tissues in the bone marrow. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for myelophthisic anemia is primarily focused on addressing the underlying cause of the condition. This may involve [[chemotherapy]], [[radiation therapy]], or other treatments for cancer or leukemia. In some cases, a [[bone marrow transplant]] may be necessary. | Treatment for myelophthisic anemia is primarily focused on addressing the underlying cause of the condition. This may involve [[chemotherapy]], [[radiation therapy]], or other treatments for cancer or leukemia. In some cases, a [[bone marrow transplant]] may be necessary. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Anemia]] | * [[Anemia]] | ||
* [[Bone marrow]] | * [[Bone marrow]] | ||
* [[Cancer]] | * [[Cancer]] | ||
* [[Leukemia]] | * [[Leukemia]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
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[[Category:Anemia]] | [[Category:Anemia]] | ||
[[Category:Blood disorders]] | [[Category:Blood disorders]] | ||
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[[Category:Cancer]] | [[Category:Cancer]] | ||
[[Category:Leukemia]] | [[Category:Leukemia]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 02:48, 4 April 2025
| Myelophthisic anemia | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Myelophthisis |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Anemia, fatigue, pallor, shortness of breath, tachycardia |
| Complications | Bone marrow failure, pancytopenia |
| Onset | Variable, depending on underlying cause |
| Duration | Chronic, unless underlying cause is treated |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Metastatic cancer, myelofibrosis, granulomatous disease, leukemia |
| Risks | History of cancer, radiation therapy, chemotherapy |
| Diagnosis | Complete blood count, bone marrow biopsy, imaging studies |
| Differential diagnosis | Aplastic anemia, hemolytic anemia, iron deficiency anemia |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Treat underlying cause, blood transfusion, erythropoiesis-stimulating agents |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Depends on underlying cause |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Myelophthisic anemia is a type of anemia that occurs when the bone marrow is replaced by non-blood producing cells or tissues. This condition is also known as myelophthisis or myelophthisic syndrome.
Causes[edit]
Myelophthisic anemia is caused by the replacement of the bone marrow by non-blood producing cells or tissues. This can occur due to a variety of conditions, including cancer, fibrosis, granulomatous disease, and leukemia.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of myelophthisic anemia can vary depending on the underlying cause of the condition. Common symptoms include fatigue, weakness, shortness of breath, and pale skin. In severe cases, patients may also experience fever, night sweats, and weight loss.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of myelophthisic anemia typically involves a complete blood count (CBC) to check for low levels of red blood cells. A bone marrow biopsy may also be performed to confirm the presence of non-blood producing cells or tissues in the bone marrow.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for myelophthisic anemia is primarily focused on addressing the underlying cause of the condition. This may involve chemotherapy, radiation therapy, or other treatments for cancer or leukemia. In some cases, a bone marrow transplant may be necessary.
See also[edit]
References[edit]
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