Three main types of Bone Marrow Transplants: Autologous Transplant: The patient’s own stem cells are used. Allogeneic Transplant: Stem cells from a donor (family member or unrelated) are used. Haploidentical Transplant: A transplant using stem cells from a half-matched family donor. Selecting the right Bone Marrow Transplant specialist is critical in ensuring the success of […]
Category Archives: BMT
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Blood cancer is a type of malignancy that affects the blood, bone marroww, or lymphatic system and affects the production and function of blood cells. This type of cancer starts in bone marroww, which is the integral source of blood production. Stem cells in the bone marroww mature and develop into three types of blood […]
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Thalassemia in India A hereditary blood issue portrayed by diminished hemoglobin creation. Types of Thalassemia Alpha Thalassemia Beta Thalassemia Treatment Options Causes and Risk Factors 1.Genetic Factors: Inherited mutations in hemoglobin genes. 2. Prevalence in India: Higher rates in certain regions and ethnic groups (e.g., Mediterranean, Southeast Asian communities). Radiation and certain medications. Symptoms 1. Common […]
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Acute Leukemia in India A sort of malignant growth that influences the blood and bone marroww, portrayed by the fast creation of unusual white platelets. Types of Acute Leukemia Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL) Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) Treatment Options 1. Chemotherapy: Main treatment modality for acute leukemia, often involving multiple drug regimens. 2. Targeted Therapy: […]
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Causes and Risk Factors 1.Genetic Factors: Family history of lymphoma or other blood cancers. 2. Environmental Factors: Exposure to certain chemicals, radiation, and viral infections (e.g., Epstein-Barr virus, HIV). 3. Immune System Disorders: Conditions that compromise the immune system, such as autoimmune diseases. Symptoms 1. Common Symptoms: Swollen lymph nodes (often painless)  Fever Night sweats Unexplained […]
The causes of Cancer, regardless of the geographical location, can be brought down to the different types of chemicals we eat, breath in, or get in contact with in the form of radiations. DNA mutation and the structure of the genes are also a couple of factors that are found to be causing cancer. But […]
