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Your Source for the Most Advanced Blood Cancer Treatment
Blood cancers, also known as hematologic malignancies, affect bone marrow,
lymph nodes, blood cells and the lymphatic system, which all play very
important roles in our health. The most commonly known blood cancers include:
Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
Hodgkin Lymphoma
Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
Multiple Myeloma
Myelodysplasia
From diagnosis through treatment and survivorship, the blood cancer specialists
at RWJBarnabas Health combine exceptional hematological oncology expertise
and skill with advanced therapies to treat both malignant and benign blood
disorders such as anemia, hemophilia and others, close to home.
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To contact one of New Jersey’s best blood cancer specialists call
844-CANCERNJ
or
844-226-2376
State-of-the-Art Blood Cancer Treatment
Together with
Rutgers Cancer Institute
, the state’s only
National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center
, we offer access to the full spectrum of therapeutic procedures and advanced
treatment options including:
Chemotherapy
Precision medicine/targeted therapy
Immunotherapy
Blood and marrow transplantation/stem cell transplant
(autologous and allogeneic transplants)
Radiation therapy
Cellular therapies/CAR T-cell therapies
Clinical trials
We offer a variety of cellular therapies, many of which are not available
elsewhere.
CAR T-cell therapy
, for example, is currently only offered at centers that perform stem cell
transplants, have specially trained clinicians and health care personnel,
and are certified by the Foundation for the Accreditation of Cellular
Therapy (FACT).
New Jersey’s Largest Network of Cancer Specialists
Our integrated cancer care model includes New Jersey’s largest network
of cancer specialists, comprised of:
Nationally and internationally recognized hematologists/oncologists
Radiation oncologists
Advanced practice nurses and certified technicians with advanced credentials
in cancer specialty care with expertise in blood cancers
Nurse navigators
Nutrition experts
Oncology support professionals
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Our Oncology Nurse Navigators Will Guide You Through Your Cancer or Blood
Disorder Journey
Our
oncology nurse navigators
help patients through the entire cancer or blood disorder journey, from
securing initial appointments to coordinating follow-up visits related
to treatments and procedures, all the way through aspects of survivorship.
We identify and address any barriers to quality care and ensure seamless
coordination of services between all members of the health care team,
even if they are at different locations across the health system.
Oncology nurse navigators also help with referrals to social workers or
financial counselors for matters about health insurance, financial and
other challenges, and cancer prevention – including cancer screenings.
New patients seeking cancer care at Rutgers Cancer Institute or RWJBarnabas
Health can call
844-CANCERNJ
or
844-226-2376
to be connected to an oncology nurse navigator.
About Blood Cancer
In healthy people, new white blood cells, which fight infections, are constantly
produced to replace old, dying ones. In individuals with blood cancer,
however, cells are produced excessively or abnormally. There are three
main types of blood cancers:
Leukemia.
Cancer produces white blood cells that cannot fight infection.
Lymphoma.
Cancer starts in white blood cells called lymphocytes.
Myeloma.
Cancer of the plasma cells, which are carriers for blood cells and nutrients.
Causes of Blood Cancer
Blood cancer is cancer that starts in the bone marrow, where blood cells
are produced. The specific causes of blood cancer are unknown. However,
several factors are associated with its development, including:
Age.
Blood cancer is usually more common in older adults.
Genetics.
Some blood cancers run in families.
Infections.
Certain infections and a weak immune system may increase the risk of blood cancer.
Blood Cancer Symptoms
Symptoms of blood cancer may include:
Fever
Chills
Fatigue
Weakness
Unexplained weight loss
Bone pain
Joint pain
A low red blood cell count (anemia)
It is important to speak to your health care provider if you have any of
the above symptoms.
Learn More About Common Types of Blood Cancer
Acute lymphocytic leukemia
. Acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL), also known as acute lymphoblastic leukemia,
is a form of blood cancer that can occur suddenly and progress very quickly.
Acute myelogenous leukemia
Acute myelogenous leukemia (AML) is a type of blood cancer that develops
in bone marrow cells. This type of cancer grows fast and needs to be treated quickly.
Hodgkin lymphoma
Hodgkin lymphoma is one of the most common blood cancers. The symptoms
and treatment may be different than those associated with other lymphomas,
like non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
Non-Hodgkin lymphoma
Non-Hodgkin lymphoma is a type of blood cancer that occurs when lymphocytes
grow abnormally and create tumors.
Multiple myeloma
Multiple myeloma is a type of cancer that affects white blood cells known
as plasma cells.
Myelodysplasia
. Myelodysplasia is caused by impaired blood cells or insufficient production
in the bone marrow.
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Blood Cancer Clinical Trials
Clinical trials study whether a treatment will be effective in treating
certain blood cancers. Through these clinical trials, researchers seek
to make new advancements in blood cancer treatment options. Clinical trials
offer patients the opportunity to participate in new treatment options
that are not widely available. Talk with your RWJBarnabas Health provider
if you are interested in participating in a clinical trial.
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Answers From an Expert
To contact one of New Jersey’s best blood cancer specialists call
844-CANCERNJ
or
844-226-2376
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