C93.0: Acute monoblastic/monocytic leukaemia
Acute monoblastic/monocytic leukaemia, denoted by the ICD-10 code C93.0, is a form of blood cancer characterized by the rapid growth and accumulation of immature white blood cells known as monoblasts or monocytes in the bone marrow. These rapidly multiplying cells can crowd out normal, healthy cells, interfering with their ability to produce red blood cells and platelets. It's called "acute" due to its rapid progression. Symptoms often include fatigue, shortness of breath, easy bruising, bleeding, frequent infections, and bone pain. This type of leukaemia can also spread to other organs, such as the liver, spleen, lymph nodes, and central nervous system, potentially causing additional health problems. The cause of this disease is still largely unknown, but it's believed to be influenced by both genetic and environmental risk factors. The onset of the disease can occur at any age but it is most common in adolescents and young adults.
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