What does a Hematologist do?

A hematologist deals with the treatment of blood disorders and malignancies, including different types of hemophilia, leukemia, lymphoma, anemia etc.

What are the typical symptoms of a blood related disorder?

Typical symptoms include fatigue, shortness of breath, Trouble concentrating from lack of oxygenated blood in the brain, Muscle weakness, Fast heartbeat etc.

Which tests/ investigations are generally required by the Hematologist?

The investigations include Full Blood Count Testing, White Blood Cells (WBC) Testing, Red Blood Cells (RBC) Testing, Hemoglobin Testing, Hematocrit and Platelets, Mono Screening, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Testing, and Renal Profiling.

Can a hematologist diagnose cancer?

Hematologic tests aid in the diagnosis of blood diseases such as anemia, certain cancers of the blood and inflammatory diseases, and also help monitor blood loss and infection.

Can blood cancers be cured?

Most of them are curable as it all depends upon the type of blood cancer the patient is suffering from.

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About Dr. Amit Upadhyay

Dr. Amit Upadhyay is a reputed hematologist with 19+ experience.
Efficiently manages hematological disorders.is a renowned hematologist of Delhi NCR.
Persuaded his MBBS from Gajara Raja Medical College followed by MD from Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya.
Has a specialty in Cancer Specialist, Ocular Oncology, Medical Oncology, Head & Neck Cancer, Breast Cancer, Gastrointestinal Cancer, Uro Oncology, etc.
Expertise lies in blood cancers like leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma, anemia, low platelets, thalassemia, aplastic anemia and bleeding and coagulation disorders like hemophilia.
Member of the European Society of Medical Oncology, International Society of Thrombosis & Hemostasis and Indian society of Oncology.