by Katie Galvin | Jul 10, 2020 | All Cancer Keys
Potential pitfall: Fatigue is a common presenting problem in primary care, and yet it is important to remember that fatigue can represent a more serious condition. Many patients with chronic myeloid leukaemia (CML) have few or no symptoms at the time they are...
by Katie Galvin | Mar 13, 2020 | All Cancer Keys
Swelling of the liver and spleen can be due to a number of causes such as infection, however in some cases it can be an indicator of leukaemia. A patient with an enlarged spleen may present with a feeling of discomfort or pain behind the left ribs and feel full very...
by Anna Perkins | Aug 28, 2019 | All Cancer Keys
Leukaemia is a cancer that begins in the bone marrow, leading to the over-production of white blood cells. A full blood count (FBC) can clearly indicate the presence of leukaemia. Potential Pitfall Some symptoms of leukaemia are those commonly caused by less serious...
by Anna Perkins | Aug 28, 2019 | All Cancer Keys
Leukaemia is a cancer that begins in the bone marrow, leading to the over production of white blood cells. This can negatively affect the blood’s platelet count and in turn, impact the blood’s ability to clot. Potential Pitfall Many of us experience bruising,...
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