Transfusion-Dependent Thalassemia: Iron Overload And Organ Dysfunction Transfusion-dependent thalassemia (TDT) is an inherited blood disorder found most often in the Middle East and Africa. In places like Iran, beta-thalassemia, a more common type, has major and minor subtypes. The severe form, called Cooley's anemia, lacks beta protein in hemoglobin, making regular
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Eosinophilic Dermatosis In Hematological Malignancy (EDHM): Case Study Reports
Eosinophilic Dermatosis In Malignancy (EDHM): Case Study Reports Overview Patients with hematological malignancies may develop various skin eruptions, and one such condition is eosinophilic dermatosis of hematological malignancy (EDHM), also known as an 'insect bite-like' reaction. While cutaneous reactions are not uncommon in hematological malignancies, EDHM is a relatively rare condition that
Massage Therapy For Oncology Patient Pain
Massage Therapy For Oncology Patient Pain Overview This study aimed to investigate the impact of massage therapy (MT) as a nonpharmacologic approach for addressing various symptoms experienced by children, adolescents, and young adults with hematologic and/or oncologic conditions. The researchers focused on two patient groups: those with sickle cell disease (SCD) and
