Leukemia Diagnosis
Leukaemia is a malignant change in the hematopoietic organs, characterized by the suppression of the normal function of hematopoiesis, with the replacement of normal cells by the proliferation of immature, poorly differentiated and abnormally functioning, active (in an acute course) or with a sharp increase in the number of mature lymphoid cells in the blood, as well as in the lymph nodes, liver and spleen (in the case of a chronic course of the disease).
Leukaemia can develop regardless of the sex and age of the patient. Among the reasons that can lead to leukaemia are chemical carcinogens (aromatic hydrocarbons – especially benzene, chemotherapy drugs – cytostatics), ionizing radiation (including radiation therapy for cancer), immunodeficiency states, hereditary chromosome defects.
Symptoms of the disease
If you notice the following symptoms, you should immediately consult a doctor:
- Pale skin;
- Increased body temperature;
- Loss of appetite;
- Decrease in body weight;
- Severe weakness;
- The appearance of bruises and bruises;
- Occurrence of bleeding and others.
Diagnostics
Our Tel Aviv Medical Clinic employs a team of real professionals who know how to create a comfortable environment for the patient. Thanks to the modern equipment of our department, it is possible to identify pathology at an early stage and prescribe the correct treatment. Our staff provide 24/7 patient care and monitoring. The clinic has a patient support centre where you can get a qualified help from psychologists. Our staff helps to contact the charities we work with. Before prescribing an individual therapy program, the doctor conducts a comprehensive examination, which includes:
- Analysis of blood and urine;
- Puncture of the bone marrow;
- Ultrasound of internal organs;
- MRI or CT and others.
It should be noted that we have set tariffs at the state level. Thus, you get a full range of services at an affordable price. Our doctors manage to help even in the most difficult situations.
The goal of treatment for leukaemia is to kill all cancer cells and therefore eliminate dangerous symptoms. Recovery is possible only with treatment. To do this, in acute forms, it is necessary to start therapy immediately. The forms of chronic leukaemia can wait because the disease progresses very slowly and therapy is associated with significant side effects.