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(C91.4) Hairy-cell leukaemia
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3 154 888 in individuals diagnosis hairy-cell leukaemia confirmed
327 047 deaths with diagnosis hairy-cell leukaemia
10% mortality rate associated with the disease hairy-cell leukaemia
Diagnosis hairy-cell leukaemia is diagnosed Men are 26.01% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis hairy-cell leukaemia
191 842 (9.7 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis hairy-cell leukaemia
135 205 (11.6 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease hairy-cell leukaemia - Men aged 60-64 and Women aged 65-69
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
in in men, the disease manifests at any agein in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features hairy-cell leukaemia
Absence or low individual and public risk
Hairy-cell leukaemia - what does this mean
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What happens during the disease - hairy-cell leukaemia
Hairy-cell leukaemia is a rare type of b-cell non-hodgkin lymphoma caused by a genetic mutation in the braf gene. this mutation causes the b-cells to continuously divide and produce abnormal b-cells, known as hairy-cells, which accumulate in the bone marrow and interfere with the production of normal blood cells. the accumulation of these abnormal cells can lead to anemia, fatigue, weight loss, and other symptoms.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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16 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Hairy-cell leukaemia - Prevention
The best way to prevent hairy-cell leukaemia is to avoid known risk factors, such as exposure to certain chemicals, radiation, and viruses. additionally, individuals should practice good hygiene, such as washing hands regularly and avoiding contact with people who are ill. it is also important to maintain a healthy lifestyle, which includes regular physical activity, eating a balanced diet, and avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol consumption.