C88.7: Other malignant immunoproliferative diseases

Other malignant immunoproliferative diseases (C88.7) refer to conditions where the body's immune cells multiply in an uncontrolled way, giving rise to cancerous formations. This category is characterized by several disorders that involve abnormal growth of the cells in the immune system. As part of the immune response, cells like lymphocytes grow and divide, but in these pathological conditions, the process spirals out of control. Over time, this abnormal growth crowds out healthy cells and disrupts the body's normal functioning. Common signs and symptoms may include fatigue, unexplained weight loss, swollen lymph nodes, and frequent infections. The disease is not directly contagious because it originates from the patient's own cells, but individuals with certain risk factors like a family history of cancer or prior exposure to certain viruses or toxins may be at increased risk. Disease progression can vary from slow to highly aggressive, frequently affecting organs like lymph nodes, spleen, and other tissues throughout the body.