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non-cancerous blood disorders including anaemia, iron deficiency or overload,
haemochromatosis, and myelodysplasia.

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The field of haematology covers a wide spectrum of disorders. Some of these disorders are benign (non-cancerous), and via our specialist expertise we offer treatment for all blood disorders from our day hospitals across Australia.

Common blood disorders include anaemia, iron deficiency or overload, haemochromatosis, and myelodysplasia. A general practitioner can help to diagnose a blood disorder and will likely refer you to a Haematologist for treatment and management of your condition. A Haematologist is a specialist doctor who treats blood-related disorders and disease.

Our specialist non-malignant Haematologists work collaboratively with Icon’s specialised nursing team to treat and manage all blood disorders.

Does my referral to Icon Cancer Centre mean I have cancer?

We understand that a referral to a cancer treatment centre may be confusing, but it doesn’t always mean you have a blood cancer diagnosis. Blood disorders are non-cancerous, benign conditions. This means they resolve completely with therapy or do not cause symptoms and do not affect overall lifespan. Blood disorders are different to blood cancers.

Many of our haematologists have special interests in benign blood conditions. They may choose to see you at an Icon day hospital for treatment as our centres offer access to the special equipment and procedures required to safely and effectively treat blood conditions. Speak to your doctor who can help you understand your condition.

Common types of blood disorders

Icon diagnose and treat the causes and symptoms of a wide-range of blood disorders, including:

Anaemia
Anaemia is a lack of red blood cells in the blood. It is sometimes referred to as a low red blood count. When your blood doesn’t have enough red blood cells, it can result in a lack of oxygen to the cells. Anaemia can be caused by many different things and cause symptoms such as fatigue, shortness of breath, dizziness or a rapid heartbeat.
Iron deficiency
Iron deficiency is a type of anaemia. The lack of iron means your body doesn’t produce enough red blood cells, which causes anaemia. An iron deficiency can cause tiredness, shortness of breath and dizziness. It’s important to see your general practitioner before taking iron supplements as overloading with iron can cause damage to your organs.
Iron overload
Iron overload may be caused by a condition caused haemochromatosis; a condition the body absorbs and stores too much iron from diet. An iron overload can be treated by regularly removing blood from the body. Excess iron can cause significant harm to the body’s organs and lead to more serious conditions such as cancer, diabetes and liver poisoning.
Haemochromatosis
Haemochromatosis occurs when the body absorbs and improperly stores too much iron from the diet. Over time this leads to a build-up known as an iron overload. Haemochromatosis is an inherited genetic condition and can be managed by removing excess blood from the body. If left untreated haemochromatosis can cause permanent damage.
Myelodysplasia
Myelodysplasia refers to a group of blood disorders that cause problems in the blood cells produced in the bone marrow. Myelodysplasia affects the production of blood cells causing them to not mature like they should. Overtime there are more defective blood cells than healthy blood cells which can cause other symptoms and health conditions such as anaemia. In some cases myelodysplasia can progress to leukaemia. Chemotherapy and bone marrow transplants may help manage the condition and reduce or prevent progression.

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The Bone Marrow and Blood Formation

In finding out more about a blood disorder, you may find it helpful to understand more about your bone marrow, blood formation, and the roles of red blood cells and white blood cells.

What is Haematology?

American Society of Hematology's information video about the types of diseases that haematologists study and treat.

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