What is Leukemia
Leukemia is a type of blood cancer characterized by an abnormal increase in the number of white blood cells in the body. These abnormal white blood cells do not function properly, leading to various health issues. Dr. Vikas Dua, a renowned Leukemia Treatment Doctor in India, specializes in providing high-quality care to leukemia patients.
Symptoms of Leukemia:
The symptoms of leukemia can vary depending on the type and stage of the disease. Common symptoms include:
- Weakness or drowsiness
- Unexplained bruising or bleeding
- Fever or chills
- Frequent or severe infections
- Bone or joint pain
- Headaches
- Vomiting
- Seizures
- Weight loss
- Night sweats
- Shortness of breath
- Swollen lymph nodes or organs
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Causes of Leukemia and Risk Factors:
The exact cause of leukemia is not fully understood. It is believed to result from genetic mutations in blood cells. While leukemia cannot always be prevented, certain risk factors may increase the likelihood of developing the disease, including:
Smoking
- Exposure to radiation or certain chemicals
- Previous radiation therapy or chemotherapy for cancer treatment
- Family history of leukemia
- Genetic syndromes like Down syndrome
Development of Leukemia:Leukemia is a type of blood cancer characterized by an abnormal increase in the number of white blood cells in the body. These abnormal white blood cells do not function properly, leading to various health issues. Dr. Vikas Dua, a renowned Leukemia Treatment Doctor in India, specializes in providing high-quality care to leukemia patients.
Symptoms of Leukemia:
The symptoms of leukemia can vary depending on the type and stage of the disease. Common symptoms include:
- Weakness or drowsiness
- Unexplained bruising or bleeding
- Fever or chills
- Frequent or severe infections
- Bone or joint pain
- Headaches
- Vomiting
- Seizures
- Weight loss
- Night sweats
- Shortness of breath
- Swollen lymph nodes or organs
Causes of Leukemia and Risk Factors:
The exact cause of leukemia is not fully understood. It is believed to result from genetic mutations in blood cells. While leukemia cannot always be prevented, certain risk factors may increase the likelihood of developing the disease, including:
Smoking
- Exposure to radiation or certain chemicals
- Previous radiation therapy or chemotherapy for cancer treatment
- Family history of leukemia
- Genetic syndromes like Down syndrome
Development of Leukemia:
Leukemia disrupts the balance of blood cells in the body. The bone marrow typically produces various types of blood cells, including white blood cells (which fight infection), red blood cells (which carry oxygen), and platelets (which aid in blood clotting). In leukemia, the overproduction of white blood cells interferes with the normal functioning of these cells. As a result, there may not be enough red blood cells to transport oxygen, platelets to clot the blood, or healthy white blood cells to combat infections.
Classifications of Leukemia:
Leukemia can be classified based on the speed of its progression and the type of blood cell involved:
Acute Leukemia: This type progresses rapidly, and the majority of abnormal blood cells do not mature or function properly.
Chronic Leukemia: It develops more slowly, with some immature cells coexisting with healthy cells.
Leukemia can also be categorized as either lymphocytic or myelogenous, based on the type of blood cell affected:
Lymphocytic Leukemia: This type involves the transformation of bone marrow cells into lymphocytes, a type of white blood cell.
Myelogenous Leukemia: It affects the cells responsible for producing red blood cells, platelets, and other white blood cells in the bone marrow.
In children, the two primary types of leukemia are Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL) and Acute Myelogenous Leukemia (AML).
Diagnosis of Leukemia:
- To diagnose leukemia, your doctor, such as Dr. Vikas Dua, may perform various tests, including:
- Blood tests, including a complete blood count (CBC) and blood smear to evaluate the composition and maturity of blood cells.
- Bone marrow biopsy to determine the type and severity of leukemia.
- Spinal tap to check for leukemia progression in the spinal cord.
- Imaging tests like CT, MRI, and PET scans to detect leukemia.
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Treatments for Leukemia:
Treatment for leukemia depends on the type, stage, and overall health of the patient. Options include:
- Chemotherapy
- Radiation therapy
- Biologic therapy
- Targeted therapy
- Stem cell transplantation
- Surgery
Dr. Vikas Dua is highly experienced in diagnosing and treating leukemia. If you are diagnosed with leukemia, he can discuss the best treatment options for your specific case. Successful leukemia treatment starts with an accurate diagnosis, and Dr. Vikas Dua is one of the best Leukemia Treatment Doctors in India, offering high-quality care to patients in need of blood cancer treatment.
Leukemia disrupts the balance of blood cells in the body. The bone marrow typically produces various types of blood cells, including white blood cells (which fight infection), red blood cells (which carry oxygen), and platelets (which aid in blood clotting). In leukemia, the overproduction of white blood cells interferes with the normal functioning of these cells. As a result, there may not be enough red blood cells to transport oxygen, platelets to clot the blood, or healthy white blood cells to combat infections.
Classifications of Leukemia:
Leukemia can be classified based on the speed of its progression and the type of blood cell involved:
Acute Leukemia: This type progresses rapidly, and the majority of abnormal blood cells do not mature or function properly.
Chronic Leukemia: It develops more slowly, with some immature cells coexisting with healthy cells.
Leukemia can also be categorized as either lymphocytic or myelogenous, based on the type of blood cell affected:
- Lymphocytic Leukemia: This type involves the transformation of bone marrow cells into lymphocytes, a type of white blood cell.
- Myelogenous Leukemia: It affects the cells responsible for producing red blood cells, platelets, and other white blood cells in the bone marrow.
- In children, the two primary types of leukemia are Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL) and Acute Myelogenous Leukemia (AML).
Diagnosis of Leukemia:
To diagnose leukemia, your doctor, such as Dr. Vikas Dua, may perform various tests, including:
- Blood tests, including a complete blood count (CBC) and blood smear to evaluate the composition and maturity of blood cells.
- Bone marrow biopsy to determine the type and severity of leukemia.
- Spinal tap to check for leukemia progression in the spinal cord.
- Imaging tests like CT, MRI, and PET scans to detect leukemia.
Treatments for Leukemia:
Treatment for leukemia depends on the type, stage, and overall health of the patient. Options include:
- Chemotherapy
- Radiation therapy
- Biologic therapy
- Targeted therapy
- Stem cell transplantation
- Surgery
Dr. Vikas Dua is highly experienced in diagnosing and treating leukemia. If you are diagnosed with leukemia, he can discuss the best treatment options for your specific case. Successful leukemia treatment starts with an accurate diagnosis, and Dr. Vikas Dua is one of the best Leukemia Treatment Doctors in India, offering high-quality care to patients in need of blood cancer treatment.
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Dr. Vikas Dua
Specialist: Pediatric- Hemato-oncology
Experience: 23+ years of experience
Hospital: Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurgaon
About Doctor:
- Dr Vikas Dua is one the leading consultants in the field of Pediatric- Hemato-oncology & bone marrow transplant.
- He has an experience of over 23+ years and has performed several successful BMTs for thalassemia and leukaemia cases for children from India, Afghanistan, Iraq and African Countries.
- Dr. Dua has completed his MBBS & MD (Paediatrics) from PGIMS, Rohtak .Following which he did his Fellowship in DNB (Paediatrics) from Sri Ganga Ram. Read More
Dr. Rahul Bhargava
Specialist: Hematologic Oncologist, BMT
Experience: 23+ years of experience
Hospital: Fortis Memorial Research Institute
About Doctor:
- Rahul Bhargava is a Leading Haemato-oncologist in India with over 23+ years of experience.
- He has performed 100+ adult bone marrow transplants which are record-breaking in the whole of North India.
- He is a Director of Haematology & Bone Marrow Transplant at Fortis Memorial Research Institute hospital, Gurgaon. Read More
Dr. Pawan Kumar Singh
Specialist: Bone Marrow Transplant Surgeon
Experience: 16+ years
Hospital: Sanar International Hospital
About Doctor:
- Head – Haemato Oncology & Bone Marrow Transplant (Unit-1)
- Dr. Pawan Kumar Singh is a Hematologic Oncologist and Bone Marrow Transplant Surgeon with 16+ years of experience.
- Interests are hematopoietic BMT in both malignant & Non-malignant hematologic disorders (especially Thalassemia & Aplastic Anemia). Read More
Fortis Memorial Research Institute (FMRI)
- Fortis Memorial Research Institute was established in 2001.
- It is an outstanding multi-speciality quaternary care hospital,having the top-notch infrastructure, advanced equipment, highly qualified and experienced medical professionals and super sub-specialists.
- Fortis Hosptial Gurgaon is an advanced centre of excellence in Robotic Surgery, Neurosciences, Oncology, Renal Sciences, BMT, Organ Transplants, Orthopaedics, Cardiac Sciences and Obstetrics & Gynaecology. Read More
