When patients are diagnosed with blood cancers or serious blood disorders, they often come across the terms Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) and Stem Cell Transplant (SCT). Many people assume these are two completely different treatments. In reality, they are closely related, and the terms are often used interchangeably. However, there are important differences in how […]
Tag Archives: Bone Marrow Transplant
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Jul
Jul
Multiple Myeloma is a type of blood cancer that develops in plasma cells, which are a part of the immune system and are produced in the bone marrow. In this condition, abnormal plasma cells grow uncontrollably and affect the production of healthy blood cells. This can lead to symptoms such as bone pain, frequent infections, […]
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Jul
Jul
Chronic Granulomatous Disease (CGD) is a rare inherited immune system disorder that affects the body’s ability to fight certain bacterial and fungal infections. In people with Chronic Granulomatous Disease, specific white blood cells called phagocytes are unable to destroy harmful germs effectively. As a result, patients experience repeated infections and inflammation in different parts of […]
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Jun
Jun
Inherited Bone Marrow Failure Syndromes (IBMFS) are a group of rare genetic disorders that affect the bone marrow’s ability to produce healthy blood cells. Bone marrow is the soft tissue present inside bones that produces red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. When the marrow fails to function properly, the body cannot maintain normal […]
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Jun
Jun
Chronic Lymphocytic Leukaemia (CLL) is a slow-growing type of blood cancer that affects the lymphocytes, which are a type of white blood cell responsible for protecting the body from infections. In Chronic Lymphocytic Leukaemia, the bone marrow produces abnormal lymphocytes that do not function properly. These unhealthy cells multiply over time and accumulate in the […]
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Jun
Jun
Blood cancer is a serious health condition that affects the production and function of blood cells. Unlike many other cancers that form solid tumors, blood cancers usually develop in the bone marrow, blood, and lymphatic system. These cancers can affect the growth of normal blood cells, leading to problems with immunity, oxygen supply, and blood […]
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Jun
Jun
Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) is a serious type of blood cancer that affects the bone marrow and blood cells. It develops rapidly and requires immediate medical attention. In Acute Myeloid Leukemia, the bone marrow produces abnormal white blood cells that do not function properly. These unhealthy cells grow quickly and interfere with the production of […]
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Jun
Jun
Blood is among the most vital components in the body of a human. It transports oxygen, eliminates debris, fights infection and aids in healing wounds. When the levels of blood cells change and the body begins to show various signs of warning. Most people do not notice these signs in the beginning because they seem common or even […]
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May
May
A bone marrow transplant (BMT), also known as a stem cell transplant, is a life-saving procedure used to treat various blood cancers, blood disorders, and immune system diseases. For many patients, a bone marrow transplant offers the best chance of recovery when conventional treatments such as medications, chemotherapy, or radiation therapy are no longer effective. […]
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May
May
The blood cancer is a grave illness that can affect the function and production of blood cells within the body. It is usually found in bone marrow, the lymphatic system, and blood-forming tissues. Most people do not notice the initial symptoms of cancerous blood because the symptoms are often similar to those of common ailments like the […]
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