superparanoid
12-01-2002, 04:51 AM
HI guys,
I don't know if this is the right place to ask but.. i've been really worried. I've noticed bruises on my legs and I don't think that i've been bumping my legs into anything. I heard that bruising is related to lukemia. I always worry about little things but what are the symptoms of lukemia? Thanks
I don't know if this is the right place to ask but.. i've been really worried. I've noticed bruises on my legs and I don't think that i've been bumping my legs into anything. I heard that bruising is related to lukemia. I always worry about little things but what are the symptoms of lukemia? Thanks
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Jay Tor
12-14-2002, 03:08 AM
Leukemia can only be accurately diagnosed through rigourous blood and bone marrow testing; typing of the specific leukemia often requires DNA analysis.
Most leukemia symptoms that are visible to the naked eye, or that are noticeable to a person [layperson or doctor] can also be symptoms of other diseases. This is why the lab tests are done - to make sure of the diagnosis.
Most leukemia symptoms that are visible to the naked eye, or that are noticeable to a person [layperson or doctor] can also be symptoms of other diseases. This is why the lab tests are done - to make sure of the diagnosis.
blackcatinthesky
02-17-2003, 04:36 PM
Can it be recognised through a simple blood test?
Jay Tor
02-19-2003, 03:02 AM
A CBC [complete blood count] with differential blood test would show most blood abnormalities, including possible leukemia.
Suggest you visit labtestsonline.org or MedLinePlus for more information on blood tests.
Suggest you visit labtestsonline.org or MedLinePlus for more information on blood tests.