Health Illustrated Encyclopedia - Acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL)
…glands (lymphadenopathy) * Swollen gums * Unintentional weight loss Exams and Tests A physical exam may reveal the following: * Bruising * Enlarged liver and spleen * Signs of bleeding (petechiae, purpura) Blood tests may show the following: * Abnormal WBC count * Anemia on a CBC * Low platelet count A… related searches:enlarged spleen | enlarged liver | lymphoma
Health Illustrated Encyclopedia - Histiocytosis
…is often systemic (whole body) involvement as well, causing rashes, lung problems, gum problems, lymph gland swelling, hormonal problems, enlargement of the spleen and liver, and anemia. Not surprisingly, with a disease that affects so many systems and organs, histiocytosis can be deadly. Children over… related searches:enlarged spleen | seborrheic dermatitis | hand rash
Health Illustrated Encyclopedia - Splenomegaly
Splenomegaly Definition Splenomegaly is an enlargement of the spleen beyond its normal size. Alternative Names Spleenenlargement; Enlargedspleen Considerations The spleen is an organ that is a part of the lymph system. It filters the blood and maintains healthy red and white blood cells and platelets… related searches:enlarged spleen | enlarged liver
Health Illustrated Encyclopedia - Armpit lump
Armpit lump Definition An armpit lump refers to enlargement of one or more lymph nodes in the armpit. Alternative Names Lump in the armpit; Localized lymphadenopathy - armpit; Axillary lymphadenopathy; Axillary lymphs enlarged; Lymph nodes enlarged-axillary; Axillary abscess Considerations Lumps in… related searches:armpit lump | lump under the skin | spleen cysts
Health Illustrated Encyclopedia - Chediak-Higashi syndrome
…cells from biopsy of skin, muscle, nervous system * Blood platelet or white blood cell levels are abnormally low * Physical examination may show enlargedspleen, liver or jaundice * Genetic testing may show mutations in the CHS1 gene * EEG may show seizures * Brain MRI or CT scan may show small brain due…
Health Illustrated Encyclopedia - Chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML)
…) * Low-grade fever * Pressure under the left ribs from an swollen spleen * Bleeding and bruising * Sudden appearance of small red marks on the skin (petechiae) Exams and Tests A physical examination often reveals an enlargedspleen. A CBC shows an increased number of white blood cells. Other tests that… related searches:enlarged spleen
Health Illustrated Encyclopedia - Swollen glands
Swollen glands Definition The term "swollen glands" refers to enlargement of one or more lymph nodes. In a child, a node is enlarged if it is larger than one centimeter (0.4 inch) in diameter. See also lymphadenitis and lymphangitis. Alternative Names Glands - swollen; Swollen lymph nodes; Lymph nodes… related searches:swollen neck | swollen groin lymph nodes | swollen groin
Health Illustrated Encyclopedia - Macroglobulinemia of Waldenstrom
…skin discoloration * Fingers that change color upon pressure Exams and Tests A physical examination may reveal a swollen spleen, liver, and lymph nodes. An eye exam may show enlarged veins in the retina or retinal bleeding (hemorrhages). A CBC shows a low number of red bloods and platelets. A blood chemistry… related searches:swollen lymph nodes | enlarged spleen | hand rash
Health Illustrated Encyclopedia - Spleen removal
…anemia * Thrombosis (clot) of the splenic blood vessels * Portal hypertension and hypersplenism * Hereditary spherocytosis * Lymphoma, leukemia with a markedly enlargedspleen Risks Risks for any anesthesia include the following: * Reactions to medications * Breathing problems, pneumonia * Heart problems… related searches:laparoscopic splenectomy | splenectomy
