Haematology

Generally it is nutrient deficiency, which can easily be corrected by supplements. However, if the anaemia is recurrent or refractory (not responding to usual treatment), it is recommended to consult a haematologist.

Leukaemia is a cancer of the body’s blood forming tissues, like bone marrow and the lymphatic system. It is mainly of two types: acute and chronic: among the acute leukaemia, acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL) is common followed by acute myeloid leukaemia (AML). Among the chronic leukaemias, chronic myeloid leukaemias (CML) is common followed by chronic lymphoid leukaemia (CLL). Most leukaemias can be cured if detected early and treated appropriately.

Lymphoma is a cancer that begins in the infection fighting cells of the immune system called lymphocytes which are present in the lymph nodes, spleen, etc. They are of two types: non-Hodgkin’s and Hodgkin’s lymphoma. Most of the lymphomas can be cured if detected early and treated appropriately.

BMT is a process in which ineffective or diseased stem cells are replaced by healthy donor cells.