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Acute lymphoblastic leukemia

  Acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL) is a type of cancer that affects the blood and bone marrow. It is a cancer of the white blood cells, which are an important part of the immune system. ALL is a rapidly progressing disease that can be fatal if not treated promptly. It is most common in children, but it can also occur in adults. The symptoms of ALL may include fatigue, weakness, fever, easy bruising or bleeding, bone pain, and an increased risk of infections. The treatment for ALL may include chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and/or stem cell transplant. The specific treatment plan will depend on the specific type of ALL and the patient's age and overall health. Acute lymphoblastic leukaemia elaborate its causes and symptoms The exact cause of acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL) is not fully understood. However, certain factors may increase the risk of developing ALL, including: Exposure to high levels of radiation or certain chemicals Having a family history ...

Acute cholecystitis

  Acute cholecystitis is an inflammation of the gallbladder that occurs suddenly. It is a serious condition that can cause severe abdominal pain and requires prompt medical treatment. The most common cause of acute cholecystitis is the presence of a gallstone that blocks the neck of the gallbladder or the cystic duct, which carries bile from the gallbladder to the small intestine. Other possible causes of acute cholecystitis include inflammation of the gallbladder or the bile ducts due to infection, injury, or cancer. Symptoms of acute cholecystitis may include abdominal pain, fever, nausea, vomiting, and yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes (jaundice). Treatment may include antibiotics to clear the infection, pain relief medications, and, in some cases, surgery to remove the gallbladder . Acute cholecystitis causes symptoms and prevention The main cause of acute cholecystitis is the presence of a gallstone that blocks the neck of the gallbladder or the cystic duct, w...

Abdominal aortic aneurism

 Abdominal aortic aneurism An abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is a swelling of the abdominal aorta, the major blood vessel that carries blood from the heart to the rest of the body. It usually occurs in the section of the aorta that runs through the abdomen, but it can also occur in the thoracic aorta (the section that runs through the chest). An aneurysm is a weak spot in the wall of the blood vessel that bulges outward, like a balloon. As the aneurysm grows, it can put pressure on nearby organs and tissues and can also burst (rupture), which can be life-threatening. Symptoms of an AAA may include: A pulsating sensation in the abdomen Pain in the abdomen or back Fainting or dizziness Rapid heartbeat In some cases, an AAA may not cause any symptoms at all. It is often discovered during a routine checkup or imaging test done for another reason. Risk factors for developing an AAA include: Age (the risk increases with age...