Dr. Hushang Haghighat MD
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
9961 Sierra Ave Fontana CA, 92335About
Dr. Hushang Haghighat is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Fontana, CA. Dr. Haghighat specializes in treating children that have a blood disease or cancer. Such blood diseases include disorders of red blood cells, white blood cells and/or platelets. The types of cancers that Dr. Haghighat treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Haghighat can also treat bleeding disorders in children. Pediatric hematologists can be found in childrens hospitals, community hospitals, university medical centers and more.
Education and Training
Isfahan Univ, Fac of Med, Isfahan, Iran 1967
Isfahan University Of Medical Sciences, Faculty Of Medicine 1967
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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Dr. Hushang Haghighat MD's Expert Contributions
Should we get a second opinion on son's anemia?
He needs more blood tests to find the cause to be treated. Continue to follow up with his doctor. READ MORE
Can unexplained bruising be a sign of leukemia?
She needs a blood test and coagulation test to find the cause to be treated. Continue follow up with her doctor. READ MORE
Are bone marrow transplants possible for leukemia patients?
If after treatment the disease relapses and did not resound to chemotherapy, they may have bone marrow transplant. READ MORE
How long should iron supplements be given to kids?
Until they are drinking milk,or if they have anemia. READ MORE
What's the chance my child will have hemophilia A?
No. if you had it, this is possible. Children have it for 50%. READ MORE
Can anemia be dangerous for a newborn?
He needs to be evaluated and have a blood test to find the cause so as to be treated. READ MORE
Symptoms of hemophilia?
Yes, he should have an evaluation and blood test to find out the cause so as to be treated. READ MORE
Do I need to give my son iron supplements as he is growing?
No, he needs an evaluation and blood test to find the cause so as to be treated. READ MORE
My son has a very high white blood cell count. What's next?
It could be bacterial or viral infection, but if the culture is negative, he needs to have a bone marrow evaluation to R/O leukemia. READ MORE
Is non-Hodgkin's lymphoma common in childhood?
It is very rare in children but it can happen. READ MORE
Is acute myeloid leukemia rare in children?
It is rare in children and it appends in old children and adults. READ MORE
Are blood clots common with leukemia?
it is very unusual to have clotting with leukemia except she had clotting tendency that should be check so be treated and prevented . READ MORE
Are there any natural ways to increase platelet count in the blood?
She needs to finish her treatment for infection, then be re-evaluated for platelet and if it's still low, she needs treatment. READ MORE
Why does doctor only want to monitor child's leukemia?
He should be seen by a pediatric hematology/oncology to find what type of leukemia he has so as to be treated. READ MORE
What is the treatment for sepsis?
The sepsis is not from hospital and any infection in body can speared all over and cause sepsis. READ MORE
Does it usually take a long time to diagnose leukemia?
Acute leukemia presents fast, but chronic leukemia takes a long time to present. READ MORE
Platelet disorders run in my family. Should I be worried about my daughter?
If it's genetic, there's a high risk for family members to get the disease. READ MORE
How do I prepare my kid for a hematology consultation?
Tell him that you will see a new doctor and don't worry. He may need more blood tests and may need bone marrow aspiration for diagnosis and treatment. READ MORE
How can I increase my son's platelet count after jaundice?
There is nothing you can do and after recovery of jaundice, his platelet also will recover. READ MORE
What does my son's blood analysis mean?
He has mild anemia secondery to iron deficiency and he should be treated with iron supplement. READ MORE
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