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Dr. Steven Ketchel, M.D.
- Tucson, AZ
- Univ of Az Coll of Med, Tucson Az
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What blood test shows if you are anemic?
The hemoglobin and hematocrit which are part of the CBC(complete blood count.
What is the normal blood count percentage?
There are many percentages. The Hematocrit is 35-45%. The RDW is 12.2-16%. Neutrophils are 40-60%, lymphocytes 20-40%, monocytes 4-8%, eosinophils 1-3%, basophils 0-1%. The READ MORE
There are many percentages. The Hematocrit is 35-45%. The RDW is 12.2-16%. Neutrophils are 40-60%, lymphocytes 20-40%, monocytes 4-8%, eosinophils 1-3%, basophils 0-1%. The metic count is 0.5-1.5%.
Mild anemia?
A sixty-six-year-old should not have anemia. He needs to be checked for gastrointestinal bleeding and watched for further anemia.
What are nonsurgical treatments for blood disorders?
Surgery is not used for blood disorders. A bone marrow transplant is recommended for some, and this is often accomplished without surgery.
Blood cell count?
Your white blood count is at the high level of normal. Your red blood count is slightly low but if you are still menstrauting it may be because of that.
What causes low oxygen in the blood?
Low oxygen in the blood is caused by low oxygen in the breathed-in air. It could also be caused by damage to the lungs which prevents oxygen from entering the blood stream.
Does radiation therapy make you go bald?
If you have radiation to your scalp you will go bald. To other places you will not go bald.
Does my anemic child need blood transfusions?
Anemia comes from many problems and diagnoses. The first thing is to take him to a pediatrician who can do tests to try to find the cause of the anemia, if it exists, and recommend READ MORE
Anemia comes from many problems and diagnoses. The first thing is to take him to a pediatrician who can do tests to try to find the cause of the anemia, if it exists, and recommend treatment.
How long is your immune system compromised after chemo and radiation?
It depends on the individual. For people taking chemotherapy the immunity usually recovers before the next treatment. In general, the immunity should have fully recovered in seven READ MORE
It depends on the individual. For people taking chemotherapy the immunity usually recovers before the next treatment. In general, the immunity should have fully recovered in seven to ten months after treatment
What is the life expectancy for children with pediatric blood cancer?
It is usually good. However it depends on what type of blood cancer they have.
Can blood be returned to the blood bank?
It can not as it cannot be guaranteed to be free from abnormalities.
What causes blood cancers to develop in children?
Blood cancers that develop in children are likely from a genetic error that causes them
Are blood cancers genetic?
Yes, most blood cancers are genetic. Not all as radiation in high doses is known to cause blood cancers.
Should I go to the ER if my blood sugar is over 300?
Yes, you should or see your physician today
Is there a blood shortage during the pandemic?
Yes, fewer people are donating blood.
What is the difference between Hodgkin Lymphoma (HL) and Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma (NHL)?
Hodgkin lymphoma is more of a localized disease whereas non-Hodgkin lymphoma is more a systemic disease, that is, it is more likely to spread throughout the body.
How is blood checked for diseases?
A Complete Blood Count can detect possible infections or leukemias. The Complete Metabolic Panel can detect abnormalities in the liver, kidney and other organs. There are other READ MORE
A Complete Blood Count can detect possible infections or leukemias. The Complete Metabolic Panel can detect abnormalities in the liver, kidney and other organs. There are other specific tests to follow different diseases.
Why is leukemia happening to children?
Leukemia happens to children and adults. It is an unfortunate occurrence and in children may be related to their genetic makeup, a gene that was incorrectly copied at the time READ MORE
Leukemia happens to children and adults. It is an unfortunate occurrence and in children may be related to their genetic makeup, a gene that was incorrectly copied at the time of birth. Children may be cured of leukemia if treated at a cancer center.
Blood work?
When blood cells rupture they can release potassium. That may have occurred when the vial was dropped. If the other lab results were normal. I agree with repeating the potassium READ MORE
When blood cells rupture they can release potassium. That may have occurred when the vial was dropped. If the other lab results were normal. I agree with repeating the potassium in six months.
Can genetic testing determine bone marrow cancer?
Bone marrow cancer is usually from an acquired genetic change rather than one with which you were born. Genetic testing is used on patients with bone marrow cancer to determine READ MORE
Bone marrow cancer is usually from an acquired genetic change rather than one with which you were born. Genetic testing is used on patients with bone marrow cancer to determine the best treatment options.
