Blood Cancer Treatment and CAR-T Therapy Explained

Blood cancer can affect the bone marrow and lymphatic system, but what causes it, what symptoms should you look out for, and how is it treated? In this episode, Hematology Nurse Coordinator Rhodora Manfield speaks with Dr. Nausheen Ahmed, Consultant Hematologist and Section Head of Hematology and Blood Cancer at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, about understanding blood cancers and the latest advances in treatment. They discuss: • What blood cancer is and the main types, including leukemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma • Common symptoms and how blood cancer may be diagnosed • Risk factors • The role of blood tests in diagnosis • How blood cancer treatment has evolved beyond chemotherapy • Targeted therapies and precision medicine • CAR-T cell therapy explained in simple terms • Bone marrow and stem cell transplantation • How specialized hematology teams work together to develop personalized treatment plans Blood cancer is not always easy to recognize, but understanding the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options can help patients make informed decisions about their care. Learn more about Hematology & Blood Cancer care via https://www.clevelandclinicabudhabi.a...