Blood cancer

Blood cancer is one of the most common types of cancer in India. Broadly classified into three major categories, namely leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma, blood cancer affects the blood, bone marrow and lymphatic system. The cancerous cells affect the production and function of blood cells. Dr Mohit Sharma, Consultant-Medical Oncologist, Fortis Escorts Hospital, Faridabad explains about everything you need to know about blood cancer.

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