Plasmacytosis
Plasmacytosis
Plasmacytosis (pronunciation: plaz-muh-sy-toh-sis) is a medical condition characterized by an abnormal increase in the number of plasma cells in the blood or in a tissue.
Etymology
The term "plasmacytosis" is derived from the Greek words "plasma" meaning "molded or formed" and "cytosis" meaning "condition of cells".
Definition
Plasmacytosis is a condition where there is an increase in the number of plasma cells in the blood or in a tissue. Plasma cells are a type of white blood cell that produce antibodies to help the body fight off infections.
Symptoms
Symptoms of plasmacytosis can vary depending on the severity of the condition and the area of the body affected. Common symptoms may include fatigue, bone pain, and frequent infections.
Causes
Plasmacytosis can be caused by a variety of conditions, including autoimmune diseases, infections, and certain types of cancer, such as multiple myeloma.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of plasmacytosis typically involves blood tests to measure the number of plasma cells and other types of white blood cells in the blood. Other diagnostic tests may include bone marrow biopsy and imaging tests such as MRI or CT scan.
Treatment
Treatment for plasmacytosis depends on the underlying cause of the condition. Treatment options may include medications to reduce the number of plasma cells, chemotherapy, or stem cell transplant in severe cases.
Related Terms
- Plasma cell
- White blood cell
- Antibody
- Autoimmune disease
- Infection
- Cancer
- Multiple myeloma
- Bone marrow biopsy
- MRI
- CT scan
- Chemotherapy
- Stem cell transplant
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Plasmacytosis
- Wikipedia's article - Plasmacytosis
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