Leukemid
Leukemid
Leukemid (pronounced: loo-kee-mid) is a term used in the field of medicine to describe a condition that resembles leukemia, but does not meet the full diagnostic criteria for this disease.
Etymology
The term "Leukemid" is derived from the Greek words "leukos" meaning "white" and "haima" meaning "blood". This is in reference to the increased number of white blood cells that are often seen in individuals with this condition.
Definition
Leukemid is a condition characterized by an abnormal increase in the number of white blood cells in the blood or bone marrow, similar to leukemia. However, unlike leukemia, the increase in white blood cells in leukemid does not typically result in the same level of health complications.
Symptoms
Symptoms of leukemid can vary greatly depending on the individual and the severity of the condition. Some common symptoms may include fatigue, fever, and an increased susceptibility to infections.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of leukemid typically involves a series of blood tests to determine the number and type of white blood cells present in the blood or bone marrow. Additional tests may be required to rule out other potential causes of the increased white blood cell count.
Treatment
Treatment for leukemid is typically focused on managing the symptoms of the condition and may include medications to reduce the number of white blood cells, as well as treatments to manage any associated symptoms or complications.
Related Terms
- Leukemia: A type of cancer that affects the blood and bone marrow.
- White blood cells: Cells of the immune system that are involved in protecting the body against both infectious disease and foreign invaders.
- Bone marrow: The spongy tissue inside some of your bones, such as your hip and thigh bones. It contains immature cells, called stem cells.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Leukemid
- Wikipedia's article - Leukemid
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