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Term | LCH |
Short definition | LCH - A group of rare diseases in which too many Langerhans cells (a type of white blood cell) grow in and damage certain tissues and organs, including bones, skin and lungs. LCH can also affect the pituitary gland (which produces hormones that control other glands and many bodily functions, particularly growth). |
Type | Cancer terms |
Specialty | Oncology |
Language | English |
Source | NCI |
Comments |
LCH - A group of rare diseases in which too many Langerhans cells (a type of white blood cell) grow in and damage certain tissues and organs, including bones, skin and lungs. LCH can also affect the pituitary gland (which produces hormones that control other glands and many bodily functions, particularly growth). LCH is most common in children and young adults. Also called Langerhans cell histiocytosis
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on LCH
- Wikipedia's article - LCH
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