Hematologic Oncology and Blood Cancer
Hematologic oncology is a medical specialty concerned with treating cancers of the blood and blood-forming tissues. Specialists in this field help patients with a variety
Blood-forming cells are essential to our health. These special cells called stem cells are found in the body’s bone marrow. These cells have the potential to grow into the following types of vital blood cells:
Some cancers can affect the production of these cells, while some cancer treatments, such as radiation and chemotherapy, can damage the body’s blood-forming cells. For some patients, doctors have developed a way to inject or transplant new cells to correct the problem or repair the damage.
Once injected into your bloodstream, these transplanted stem cells travel to the bone marrow. They take the place of the cells that were destroyed by treatment.
Stem-cell transplantation usually does not work against cancer directly. Instead, it can help you produce new blood-forming cells after radiation or chemotherapy treatments. However, in some patients with leukemia or multiple myeloma, stem-cell transplantation can directly affect the cancer.
In today’s medicine, stem-cell transplantation is most often used to fight leukemia, multiple myeloma, or other conditions. However, scientists believe stem cells have a bright future as a treatment for several other types of cancer. Major research projects are ongoing into stem-cell transplantation as an expanded treatment option.
Stem-cell transplantation can cause a number of side effects, including bleeding and lung problems. Your immune system also may be weak for a month or two, or even longer. Your risk of infection from bacteria and viruses may increase. As a result, you may have to limit your exposure to many things, including flowers, plants, fruit, vegetables, soil and even pets.
If you’re seeking advanced cancer care such as stem cell transplants, look to Regional Cancer Care Associates (RCCA). And you won’t need to look far, because RCCA has community based care centers that one of them is likely to be close to your home. At RCCA, we deliver the latest care along with the support, education and personal attention you need. Our highly trained and compassionate cancer staff is dedicated to your optimal health.
To schedule an appointment, just call the RCCA location nearest you. You can also get more information or schedule an appointment by calling 844- 346-7222.
Hematologic oncology is a medical specialty concerned with treating cancers of the blood and blood-forming tissues. Specialists in this field help patients with a variety
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