Bandemia
Bandemia
Bandemia (pronounced ban-dee-mee-uh) is a medical term that refers to an excess of band cells (immature white blood cells) in the bloodstream. This condition is often a sign of infection or inflammation in the body.
Etymology
The term "Bandemia" is derived from the words "band" and "emia". "Band" refers to the band cells, which are immature white blood cells. "Emia" is a suffix used in medical terminology to indicate a condition of the blood.
Related Terms
- Neutrophil: A type of white blood cell that fights infection. Band cells are immature neutrophils.
- Leukocytosis: An increase in the number of white blood cells in the blood, often due to infection or inflammation.
- Leukopenia: A decrease in the number of white blood cells in the blood, which can make it harder for the body to fight off infections.
- Complete Blood Count (CBC): A blood test that measures different components of the blood, including white blood cells. A CBC can help diagnose bandemia.
Causes
Bandemia is often caused by an infection or inflammation in the body. When the body is fighting off an infection, it produces more white blood cells, including band cells. If the body is producing too many band cells, it can lead to bandemia.
Symptoms
The symptoms of bandemia can vary depending on the underlying cause. If bandemia is caused by an infection, symptoms may include fever, fatigue, and other signs of infection. If bandemia is caused by inflammation, symptoms may include pain, redness, and swelling.
Treatment
Treatment for bandemia typically involves treating the underlying cause. This may involve antibiotics for an infection or anti-inflammatory medication for inflammation.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Bandemia
- Wikipedia's article - Bandemia
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