Hematology

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Definition

Read up on basic terms, procedures, conditions, and clinical definitions in hematology.

Diagnosis

Everything to know about getting a diagnosis related to your blood health, and what to do next.

Management

Resources around managing health conditions related to your blood, blood cells, and bone cells.

Recovery

Get helpful information on recovering from health issues related to your blood and blood-related systems.

Related Conditions

Understand health conditions or complications related to blood conditions and bloodborne diseases.

Symptoms

Educational content and resources for understanding symptoms related to your blood health.

Treatment

Read more on treatment options for various conditions and diseases related to your blood.

Types

Review the different types of health conditions and complications within the field of hematology.

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Definition

Overview of Blood and Blood Components

Blood is the life-maintaining fluid that circulates through the entire body. Review the basics of blood and blood components.

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Treatment

Blood Transfusions

During a blood transfusion, you receive blood or parts of blood through an IV (intravenous) line. The blood may be from a donor. Or you may receive your own blood that has been stored.

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Common blood disorders

Definition
Anemia Overview

Anemia is a common blood disorder. It occurs when you have fewer red blood cells than normal, or not enough hemoglobin in your blood. Here's what you need to know about this condition.

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Definition
Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML): Introduction

Leukemia is cancer that starts in the bone marrow, which is where new blood cells are made. The bone marrow is a thick, sponge-like tissue in the center of most bones. Read on to learn more.

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Types
Hemophilia

Hemophilia is an inherited bleeding disorder. People with hemophilia can’t stop bleeding because they don’t have enough clotting factor in their blood. Clotting factors are needed for blood to clot. Blood clots to prevent excessive bleeding.

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Definition
Leukemia: Introduction

Leukemia is cancer that starts in the bone marrow. When you have leukemia, your body makes too many blood cells, and they aren't normal.

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Types
Sickle Cell Disease

Sickle cell disease (SCD) is an inherited blood disorder that causes the body to make abnormal hemoglobin. This is the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen to all parts of your body. The damaged red blood cells block blood flow in small blood vessels. This causes pain and can damage major organs.

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