EXPERT
Dr. Steven Ketchel, M.D.
Hematologist-Oncologist
Dr. Steven Ketchel M.D. is a top Hematologist-Oncologist in Tucson, . With a passion for the field and an unwavering commitment to their specialty, Dr. Steven Ketchel M.D. is an expert in changing the lives of their patients for the better. Through their designated cause and expertise in the field, Dr. Steven Ketchel M.D. is a prime example of a true leader in healthcare. As a leader and expert in their field, Dr. Steven Ketchel M.D. is passionate about enhancing patient quality of life. They embody the values of communication, safety, and trust when dealing directly with patients. In Tucson, AZ, Dr. Steven Ketchel M.D. is a true asset to their field and dedicated to the profession of medicine.
53 years
Experience
Dr. Steven Ketchel, M.D.
- Tucson, AZ
- Univ of Az Coll of Med, Tucson Az
- Accepting new patients
No results found
Can thrombophilia affect children's lungs?
Thrombophilia is a condition where there is an increased probability of blood clots forming in the body. With a child or adult, blood clots that form in other parts of the body READ MORE
Thrombophilia is a condition where there is an increased probability of blood clots forming in the body. With a child or adult, blood clots that form in other parts of the body can travel to the lungs and cause blood clots there, known as pulmonary emboli, which may decrease the lungs' ability to transfer oxygen to the body.
How to live a normal life with a blood disorder?
I don't know what type of blood disorder your have. If it is not serious, I would speak with your primary care about suggestions for living with it. Otherwise, I would make an READ MORE
I don't know what type of blood disorder your have. If it is not serious, I would speak with your primary care about suggestions for living with it. Otherwise, I would make an appointment with a clinical psychologist to discuss it.
How successful are leukemia treatments?
There are several types of childhood leukemia. Treatments for most of them are successful. Have her parents discuss with the pediatric hematologist what the chances of success READ MORE
There are several types of childhood leukemia. Treatments for most of them are successful. Have her parents discuss with the pediatric hematologist what the chances of success are.
How does a 12 year old check their insulin levels?
Diabetics do not check insulin levels. They do check their glucose (sugar) levels and occasionally the HgbA1c levels, another way to check glucose. The glucose levels may be READ MORE
Diabetics do not check insulin levels. They do check their glucose (sugar) levels and occasionally the HgbA1c levels, another way to check glucose. The glucose levels may be checked by a finger stick or a blood draw.
What are the treatment options for leukemia?
I am sorry for you and your family. There are many types of leukemia, all ably treated by a pediatric hematologist and many of which are curable. You should see one soon and have READ MORE
I am sorry for you and your family. There are many types of leukemia, all ably treated by a pediatric hematologist and many of which are curable. You should see one soon and have all your questions answered.
Do I have polycthemia or polycthemia vera?
They are essentially the same disease. Phlebotomy is an excellent treatment unless your white blood count and/or platelet count become too high also.
How common is sickle cell disease in children?
Sickle cell anemia is a recessive gene. If you or your husband have the gene and neither of you are affected there is a 1 in 4 chance of having a child with sickle cell anemia READ MORE
Sickle cell anemia is a recessive gene. If you or your husband have the gene and neither of you are affected there is a 1 in 4 chance of having a child with sickle cell anemia and 2 in 4 of having a child with sickle cell trait. Or if neither of you have the gene your child will be born without it as well. Otherwise there is a 1 in 500 chance of having Sickle Cell in Blacks and 1 in 1000 in Latinos
Multiple lymph nodes, weight loss and fatigue?
I am sorry that you are not feeling well. A healthy person can have beta 2 microglobulin in their blood but your level his elevated ( not diagnostic of an abnormality). Enlarged READ MORE
I am sorry that you are not feeling well. A healthy person can have beta 2 microglobulin in their blood but your level his elevated ( not diagnostic of an abnormality). Enlarged lymph nodes for three months is unusual and I am not sure that the radiologist on ultrasound can tell they are benign. I would talk to your physician about having a surgeon remove one of the nodes for a diagnosis. If he/she is unwilling to do that I would ask for a referral to a hematologist or medical oncologist for evaluation .
How do you treat low red blood cell count?
She may have a low red blood count because of menstruation. She can help that by eating foods rich in iron and/or taking an oral iron supplement. If that does not help the problem READ MORE
She may have a low red blood count because of menstruation. She can help that by eating foods rich in iron and/or taking an oral iron supplement. If that does not help the problem she should talk with her pediatrician about it.
How long for the immune system to recover after radiation?
There is no known information. My opinion is that the immune system should return to normal about two months after completion.
What causes a child to have a weak immune system?
One question is how do you know the child=E2=80=99s immune system is weak. If it is weak, the answer is that he was probably born with the genetic make-up to cause the weakened READ MORE
One question is how do you know the child=E2=80=99s immune system is weak. If it is weak, the answer is that he was probably born with the genetic make-up to cause the weakened immunity. That can be from diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis or many other genetic diseases. Discuss this with his pediatrician.
Is there a blood test for vitamin and mineral deficiency?
There is not a single test. Your doctor would have to order tests for the quantity of each vitamin and mineral in which you are interested.
Splenomelagy and temperature?
I can clearly understand your question. There is a mild temperature elevation with only splenomegaly and hepatomegaly seen on the CT scan. This is not clearly indicative of an READ MORE
I can clearly understand your question. There is a mild temperature elevation with only splenomegaly and hepatomegaly seen on the CT scan. This is not clearly indicative of an infection or lymphoma. I would continue to follow up with your primary physician and see the oncologist if there are new signs of a possible hematologist problem.
Does drinking water help blood circulation?
Theoretically it should as it would make blood less viscous.
How serious is being anemic?
I assume she is menstruating and that can cause anemia. Low grade anemia is not a problem. Moderate and severe anemia are and both usually cause fatigue. I would discuss this READ MORE
I assume she is menstruating and that can cause anemia. Low grade anemia is not a problem. Moderate and severe anemia are and both usually cause fatigue. I would discuss this with her doctor.
Can a low red blood cell count be a risk factor for Covid-19?
If the red blood count is low enough to cause you fatigue, it could possibly be a risk factor for COVID19
Abnormal blood work?
I don't believe you have a serious blood problem, but there are several abnormalities and when you see a hematologist thy may want to do a bone marrow examination. You have minimally READ MORE
I don't believe you have a serious blood problem, but there are several abnormalities and when you see a hematologist thy may want to do a bone marrow examination. You have minimally abnormal liver functions and I don't believe that is your problem. Although TSH suggests you are getting enough thyroid replacement in spite of slightly low T3 and T4, I would see your primary care physician to discuss this and get their recommendations.
Does exercise decrease hemoglobin?
A slightly high hemoglobin is normal. Exercise will not decrease hemoglobin. Nothing will except drawing blood away from your body.
Is sickle cell anemia genetically passed down?
Sickle Cell anemia is a recessive gene which means that both parents have to have a copy of the gene and if they both pass that chromosome to their child, that child will have READ MORE
Sickle Cell anemia is a recessive gene which means that both parents have to have a copy of the gene and if they both pass that chromosome to their child, that child will have sickle cell anemia.
How does immunoglobin therapy work?
Immunoglobulins are proteins that improve your body’s ability to control processes such as infections and autoimmune diseases
