Dr. Inna Sominsky - What Is Hematology/Oncology
Inna Sominsky, MD, is a top hematologist-oncologist who lends her skills and expertise to serve patients at Hematology Oncology Associates of Brooklyn in Brooklyn, NY. Hematology Oncology Associates of Brooklyn is a state-of-the-art cancer treatment center, focused on caring for patients with malignancy, blood disorders,... more
What is hematology-oncology?
Hematology-oncology is a field of medicine that provides care for patients with malignancy, blood disorders, and immunology abnormalities. Hematologist-oncologists commonly treat blood disorders including iron-deficiency anemia, hemophilia, and leukemia.
Iron-Deficiency Anemia occurs when you do not have enough iron in your body. Individuals with mild or moderate iron-deficiency anemia often do not present with any symptoms. Although people with severe iron-deficiency anemia may experience fatigue, shortness of breath, or chest pain.
Hemophilia is a bleeding disorder that slows down the blood clotting process. People with this condition experience prolonged bleeding after an injury or surgery. Immediate treatment is needed to prevent bleeding into the joints, muscles, brain, or other internal organs. The two major types are hemophilia A and hemophilia B.
Leukemia is a blood cancer that is caused by an increase in the number of white blood cells in your body. This condition is either classified as acute or chronic leukemia. Different types of leukemia can cause different symptoms including fatigue, pain in your joints or bones, headaches, or fever.
