What is the outlook for blood disorders?

What is the outlook for blood disorders?

The outlook for people with blood disorders depends on which blood disorder you have.

Some blood disorders get better completely with therapy, or they do not cause symptoms and do not affect overall lifespan. Some are chronic and lifelong but do not affect how long you live. These include bleeding (platelet) disorders, red blood cell disorders like anemia, and white blood cell disorders. Other blood disorders can cause chronic illness or are life-threatening like sickle cell anemia, leukemia and lymphoma.

The good news is that early detection and treatment can help you feel better. Follow your healthcare provider’s advice about diet, exercise, sleep and drugs to help prevent complications.