[[{"@type":["BlogPosting"],"@id":"https:\/\/www.regionalcancercare.org\/news\/what-is-hematology-oncology\/#BlogPosting","@context":{"@vocab":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","kg":"http:\/\/g.co\/kg"},"url":["https:\/\/www.regionalcancercare.org\/news\/what-is-hematology-oncology\/","https:\/\/www.regionalcancercare.org\/news\/what-is-hematology-oncology\/"],"publisher":[{"@id":"https:\/\/www.regionalcancercare.org\/"}],"author":[{"@type":"Organization","@id":"https:\/\/www.regionalcancercare.org\/news\/what-is-hematology-oncology\/#BlogPosting_author_Organization","name":"Regional Cancer Care Associates"}],"inLanguage":"en-US","image":[{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.regionalcancercare.org\/news\/what-is-hematology-oncology\/#BlogPosting_image_ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.regionalcancercare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Test-Tubes-With-DNA-Strand.jpg"}],"headline":"Hematology-Oncology and Blood Cancers","dateModified":"2021-11-11T13:03:11+00:00","datePublished":"2019-09-30T07:26:45+00:00","description":"Cancers stemming from the blood typically are treated by a hematology-oncology clinic, including the hem\/onc clinics at Regional Cancer Care Associates. Contact us today for more information.","articleBody":"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSeptember 30, 2019\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\nBlood consists of four components \u2013 white blood cells, red blood cells, platelets and plasma \u2013 that help oxygenate our organs and tissues, act as a defense against infections and form clots to stop bleeding. But these components may also indicate the presence of abnormalities, which sometimes lead to blood cancers. That\u2019s where hematology-oncology comes into play. Here\u2019s a breakdown of this segment of oncologic medicine \u2013 and a look at what you can expect at the hematology-oncology clinic at Regional Cancer Care Associates.\nHematology-Oncology Defined\nHematology-oncology refers to the combined medical practice of hematology (the study of the blood\u2019s physiology) and oncology (the study of cancer). This type of medicine diagnoses and treats cancerous blood disorders and cancers, and manages symptoms of these diseases and resultant tumors (if present). Hematologists-oncologists treat:\nHodgkin lymphomaNon-Hodgkin lymphomaLeukemiaMultiple myelomaIron deficiency anemiaHemophiliaSickle cell diseaseThalassemiavon Willebrand diseasePolycythemia veraClotting disorders\nWhen to See a Hematologist-Oncologist\nThough no two blood cancers are the same, each variation of the disease offers some telltale warning signs that it might be time to consult with a hematology-oncology specialist. Symptoms of blood cancer can include:\nFever, chills, coughing or chest painHigh frequency of infectious illnessesItchy areas of the skin or a rashConstant weakness, fatigue or night sweatsDifficulty catching your breathSwollen yet painless lymph nodes in the groin, armpits or neckChanges in appetite or recurring nausea\nIf you are experiencing any of these symptoms, a hematologist-oncologist will conduct a variety of tests, such as blood screens, bone marrow exams, diagnostic imaging tests and more, to determine the root cause of your symptoms and whether they are related to cancer.\nTreating Blood Cancers\nAs with any cancer, blood cancer treatment needs to be tailored to each patient. The treatment plan will depend on the specific type of blood cancer, its stage, and other factors pertaining to the patient\u2019s overall health. Stem cell transplants, chemotherapy and radiation therapy are all common treatments for blood cancers.\nAt a hematology-oncology clinic, the proper diagnosis, treatment and management of blood cancers requires a team of specialists from several fields of medicine \u2013 not just hematology-oncology. Surgeons, radiation oncologists, radiologists and pathologists are just a few of the specialists available to all patients at Regional Cancer Care Associates. You may also be under the care of doctors specializing in infectious disease and pain medicine, as well as psychologists who monitor your mental well-being during treatment and recovery.\nWhether you\u2019ve been diagnosed with blood cancer or are living with a non-cancerous blood disorder, the team of specialists at our hematology-oncology clinic is here to put you on the path to healing. With more than 30 locations in 29 cities across New Jersey, Connecticut and Maryland, you\u2019ll find state-of-the-art technology and the latest advancements in medicine at Regional Cancer Care Associates. For more information, contact us today.\nwe are here for you\nFor more information or to schedule an appointment, call 844-346-7222. You can also schedule an appointment by calling the RCCA location nearest you.\nRELATED ARTICLES\nRegional Cancer Care Associates is one of fewer than 200 medical practices in the country selected to participate in the Oncology Care Model (OCM); a recent Medicare initiative aimed at improving care coordination and access to and quality of care for Medicare beneficiaries undergoing chemotherapy treatment.\n\u00a9 2022 Regional Cancer Care Associates. 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