Hairy cell leukemia history and symptoms
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Haytham Allaham, M.D. [2]
Overview
Symptoms of hairy cell leukemia include fever, night sweats, and weight loss.
History
- When evaluating a patient for hairy cell leukemia, you should take a detailed history of the presenting symptom (duration, onset, progression), other associated symptoms, and a thorough medication review. Other specific areas of focus when obtaining the history are outlined below:
- Review occupational history related to sawdust exposure
- Review any exposure to radiations
- Review any exposure to herbicides or diesel
Symptoms
- Symptoms of hairy cell leukemia include:
- Fever
- Night sweats
- Fatigue
- Easy bruising or bleeding
- Generalized weakness
- Weight loss
- Recurrent infections
- Early satiety