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Blood Cancer

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Blood Cancer

The majority of blood cancers, also known as hematologic cancers, originate in the bone marrow, where blood is produced. Blood cancers occur when abnormal blood cells begin to proliferate uncontrollably, interfering with the normal blood cells, ability to defend against infection and produce new blood cells.

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Examining the medicolegal factors of Blood Cancer

Blood Cancer requires specialized treatment and management by hematologists, oncologists, and other healthcare professionals.

From a legal standpoint, blood cancer affects a patient’s ability to work and to enjoy various benefits. Therefore, it is important for patients to have a thorough understanding of their legal rights and options.

Stem cell transplantation

A stem cell transplant infuses healthy blood-forming stem cells into the body. Stem cells may be collected from the bone marrow, circulating blood and umbilical cord blood.

Radiation therapy

Radiation therapy may be used to destroy cancer cells or to relieve pain or discomfort. It may also be given before a stem cell transplant.

Biopsies

Procedure that captures samples of cells for laboratory analysis by a pathologist. Certain forms of blood cancer can be diagnosed by analyzing the bone marrow, where blood cells are produced.

Blood Tests

Blood chemistry tests determine the concentrations of important substances in the blood. If multiple myeloma is suspected, doctors may examine calcium levels in the blood. An enzyme termed lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) may be measured to detect lymphoma.
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