The cause of hairy cell leukemia is not specifically known
Hairy cell leukemia affects a type of white blood cell called the lymphocyte
It is called hairy cell leukemia because the cells have tiny hair-like projections when viewed under the microscope
Hairy cell leukemia affects a type of white blood cell called the lymphocyte
Hairy Cell Leukemia or HCL is a hematological malignancy and is a very rare form of leukemia accounting for less than 2% of leukemia cases. It effects men more than women.
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Hairy cell leukemia
leukemic reticuloendotheliosis
It was first described in 1958
Schaumburg, IL
A few symptoms of hairy cell leukemia are easy bruising, excessive sweating, and fatigue. These symptoms can be be indicative of other health issues and should be checked out by a doctor.
There are many different types of leukemia. Some are acute and some are more chronic. Hairy cell leukemia is one of the worst types. It matures faster than most.