Recognizing the Signs: Could It Be Blood Cancer?
Blood cancers can be difficult to recognize because symptoms such as fatigue, bruising, and swollen lymph nodes often overlap with everyday health concerns. In this episode, Dr. Ankit Kansagra walks listeners through the journey from early warning signs and diagnosis to today's most advanced treatment options. Learn what happens after an abnormal blood test, how doctors diagnose leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma, and how breakthroughs like CAR T-cell therapy are changing outcomes for patients. Dr. Kansagra also shares what patients and families can expect as they navigate care and treatment decisions. For more information, visit http://www.tgh.org/cancer
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