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How many types of non-Hodgkin lymphoma exist?

My friend is 20 year old, and he has non-Hodgkin lymphoma. How many types of non-Hodgkin lymphoma exist?
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How do I prepare my kid for a hematology consultation?

My son is 7 years old and he is going to have a consultation with a hematologist. He's scared, because this is happening after his blood test found some abnormalities with his...
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What tests are performed during a bone marrow transplant consultation?

I'm supposed to have a bone marrow transplant consultation at the end of the week. What kind of tests are they gonna perform?
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Low A/G ratio, should I be concerned?

I had recent lab work, and one of the abnormalities was globulins 4, albumin 3. 8, resulting in a low ratio. I also had low AST (12), iron deficiency anemia, B12 and Vitamin...
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My 3 year old son hemoglobin level is 6.4. Is it a serious problem?

My 3-year-old son's hemoglobin level is at 6. 4. We noticed it after his last blood test, but we didn't get a call after we got the results. Could this be a serious problem?...
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Can anemia be dangerous for a newborn?

The doctor told my friend that his son is anemic, and he's just a newborn. Is this a life-threatening condition for a newborn? I know adults and older children can manage and...
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How would I know if my iron levels are too low?

I'm only 35 years old and I experience a lot of fatigue. I heard that low iron can cause tiredness, but I feel like I have plenty of it in my diet. What tests must be done?
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What could be the cause of high hemoglobin levels?

Blood test showed that my daughter's hemoglobin levels are high? What causes high hemoglobin levels in children? We have an appointment soon to discuss the results of her test....
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What causes hyperlipidemia?

I'm a young men and I recently had a check up and a blood test, but they told me that I had high levels of fat in my blood (hyperlipidemia). What does this mean?
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Should I feel sick after my bone marrow transplant?

I am 32 and had a bone marrow transplant, but now I feel really sick. Should I feel sick after this transplant, or do you think I should go to the doctor?
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Is sepsis a common infection you can get from the hospital?

My mom had abdominal surgery, and once she was home, she was experiencing a fever and difficulty breathing. We took her back to the hospital immediately and it turned out that...
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What are the signs of iron deficiency in children?

I have very little iron and I'm worried that my daughter might have little as well. What are some of the symptoms that children experience with an iron deficiency?
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Is stem cell transplant a safe option for leukemia?

My friend's son was diagnosed with leukemia a few months ago, and he's currently undergoing radiation therapy. However, now his parents are looking into stem cell transplant therapy...
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What does a low white blood cell count mean?

My son had a blood test done because he was feeling fatigued and tired, and his blood test came back with a low number of white blood cells. This does make sense because he gets...
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How can nuclear medicine treat cancer?

My mom has non-hodgkins lymphoma and her and her doctor want to treat it with nuclear medicine. How can it really help?
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Is a platelet transfusion risky?

Are there any risks involved in a platelet transfusion?
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Is coughing blood a sign of cancer?

Last night I had a severe cough and I saw traces of blood in my phlegm. Could it be a sign of something serious?
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What is the treatment for deep vein thrombosis?

My mother has been diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis, and according to her, it isn't a serious condition at all. But she won't tell me the treatment. What is the usual course...
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During chemotherapy, is a RBC drop normal?

I am undergoing chemotherapy for my liver cancer, and now I am experiencing a drop in my RBC count. Is this normal?
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Is coughing blood a serious sign in a cancer patient?

My mother is a cancer patient, and last night, she coughed blood. This is the first that I've seen it, so I'm unaware of how frequently this has happened. She has Last night...
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