Pancytopenia

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Pancytopenia
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Synonyms N/A
Pronounce N/A
Specialty N/A
Symptoms Fatigue, pallor, dyspnea, bruising, bleeding, infection
Complications Severe infection, hemorrhage
Onset Varies depending on cause
Duration Varies
Types N/A
Causes Bone marrow failure, autoimmune disorders, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, aplastic anemia, leukemia, myelodysplastic syndrome, HIV/AIDS, lupus
Risks Exposure to toxins, certain medications, viral infections, genetic predisposition
Diagnosis Complete blood count, bone marrow biopsy, flow cytometry, cytogenetic analysis
Differential diagnosis Anemia, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, myelofibrosis
Prevention N/A
Treatment Blood transfusion, bone marrow transplant, immunosuppressive therapy, growth factors, antibiotics
Medication N/A
Prognosis Depends on underlying cause and treatment
Frequency Rare
Deaths N/A


Pancytopenia is a medical condition characterized by an abnormal reduction in all types of blood cells, including red blood cells (RBCs), white blood cells (WBCs), and platelets. This condition can be associated with various underlying disorders, including bone marrow tumors and aplastic anemia.

Causes

Pancytopenia can result from a variety of causes:

  • Aplastic Anemia: A condition where the bone marrow fails to produce sufficient new cells.
  • Bone Marrow Tumors: Such as leukemia, which can disrupt normal blood cell production.
  • Chemotherapy and Radiation Therapy: Used to treat cancer, these therapies can affect bone marrow function.
  • Autoimmune Disorders: That may attack blood-forming cells in the bone marrow.

Types

Depending on the underlying cause, pancytopenia can be:

  • Acute: Rapid onset, often related to severe conditions like leukemia.
  • Chronic: Slow development, may be due to long-term diseases or medications.

Symptoms

Symptoms of pancytopenia may include:

  • Fatigue and weakness (due to anemia)
  • Increased susceptibility to infections (due to leukopenia)
  • Easy bruising or bleeding (due to thrombocytopenia)

Diagnosis

Bone marrow biopsy, a diagnostic procedure for pancytopenia.

Diagnosis of pancytopenia involves:

  • Complete Blood Count (CBC) tests
  • Bone marrow biopsy and aspiration
  • Additional tests to determine the underlying cause

Treatment

Treatment for pancytopenia focuses on the underlying cause and may include:

  • Blood transfusions
  • Bone marrow transplant for conditions like aplastic anemia
  • Treatment of underlying cancers or autoimmune disorders

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