Hyperviscosity syndrome
Hyperviscosity Syndrome
Hyperviscosity syndrome (pronunciation: hi-per-vis-kos-i-tee sin-drome) is a medical condition characterized by increased thickness or stickiness of the blood. This condition can lead to a variety of symptoms and complications, including bleeding, vision problems, and neurological issues.
Etymology
The term "hyperviscosity syndrome" is derived from the Greek words "hyper" meaning "over" or "excessive", "viscosity" referring to the state of being thick, sticky, and semifluid in consistency, and "syndrome" meaning a group of symptoms that consistently occur together or a condition characterized by a set of associated symptoms.
Symptoms
Symptoms of hyperviscosity syndrome can vary widely and may include bleeding, blurred vision, headache, dizziness, and shortness of breath. In severe cases, it can lead to stroke or heart failure.
Causes
Hyperviscosity syndrome can be caused by a variety of conditions that increase the viscosity of the blood. These include polycythemia vera, multiple myeloma, and Waldenstrom's macroglobulinemia.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of hyperviscosity syndrome typically involves a combination of physical examination, patient history, and laboratory tests. These tests may include a complete blood count (CBC), blood viscosity test, and serum protein electrophoresis.
Treatment
Treatment for hyperviscosity syndrome typically involves addressing the underlying cause of the increased blood viscosity. This may include chemotherapy for conditions like multiple myeloma, or phlebotomy for conditions like polycythemia vera.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Hyperviscosity syndrome
- Wikipedia's article - Hyperviscosity syndrome
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