Evans

Evans Syndrome

Evans Syndrome (pronounced: /ˈiːvənz ˈsɪndroʊm/) is a rare autoimmune disorder in which the immune system destroys the body's red blood cells, platelets, and sometimes certain white blood cells. The syndrome is named after Dr. Robert S. Evans, who first described the condition in 1951.

Etymology

The term "Evans Syndrome" is derived from the name of Dr. Robert S. Evans, an American hematologist who first described the condition in a medical journal in 1951. The word "syndrome" comes from the Greek "σύνδρομον", meaning "concurrence of symptoms", or "running together".

Symptoms

The primary symptoms of Evans Syndrome include anemia, thrombocytopenia, and neutropenia. These conditions can lead to fatigue, shortness of breath, easy bruising or bleeding, and increased susceptibility to infections.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of Evans Syndrome is typically made through a combination of blood tests, including a complete blood count (CBC), coombs test, and examination of the bone marrow.

Treatment

Treatment for Evans Syndrome often involves medications to suppress the immune system, such as corticosteroids and immunosuppressive drugs. In severe cases, a splenectomy or stem cell transplant may be considered.

Related Terms

• Autoimmune disorder
• Anemia
• Thrombocytopenia
• Neutropenia
• Coombs test
• Corticosteroids
• Immunosuppressive drugs
• Splenectomy
• Stem cell transplant

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Evans
• Wikipedia's article - Evans

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