Hematology in Kharkiv

Why is consultation with hematologist required?

Hematologist is a specialist who diagnoses and treats blood disorders. A referral for a hematologist’s consultation is issued by a therapist or doctors of other specialties, if there are deviations in the patient’s blood test. The following symptoms may be a reason for contacting a hematologist:

• frequent bruising on the skin, even from minor bumps;
• increased sweating;
• enlarged lymph nodes, spleen;
• frequent nosebleeds;
• weakness, increased fatigue;
• pain in bones and joints;
• loss of appetite;
• pallor or jaundiced skin tone;
• increased bleeding.

What does a hematologist do during the appointment?

Visit to hematologist begins with listening to the patient’s complaints and studying the patient’s record - the doctor asks when the first symptoms of pathology appeared, clarifies whether there are concomitant diseases. Then the hematologist conducts examination - certain changes in the appearance of skin, nails, mucous membranes and whites of the eyes can indicate blood diseases. After that, the doctor palpates the abdomen and lymph nodes.

What tests are referred by hematologist?

For detailed diagnostics and selection of therapy regimen, the doctor usually requires additional examination. Depending on the information received during the examination of the patient, the hematologist may refer to the following:

• ultrasound of lymph nodes, abdominal cavity;
• laboratory blood tests (biochemistry, coagulogram, etc.);
• X-ray examination of blood;
• lymph node biopsy;
• computed (CT) or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).

You can make an appointment for consultation by hematologist in Kharkiv at the medical center “ON Clinic Kharkiv”. To do this, leave a request on the website or call the specified phone number.