Blood and Cancer Care by Dr Syed Nasir Abbas

Blood and Cancer Care by Dr Syed Nasir Abbas Centre of excellence for children suffering with blood disorders and cancers in leadership of Dr. Sy

14/02/2026

Can a Father's Smoking Cause Blood Cancer in His Child?

The shocking medical answer is YES. Most people believe that smoking only damages the smoker's lungs, but it actually puts the child at a severe risk of Childhood Leukemia (Blood Cancer).

The 2 Medical Reasons:

Damaged S***m (Before Birth): The toxic chemicals in ci******es mutate the DNA inside a man's s***m. If conception occurs with this damaged DNA, the child is born with a highly increased risk of developing blood cancer.

Consult with the Expert:
For specialized consultation regarding bone marrow transplants and pediatric blood disorders, contact Dr. Syed Nasir Abbas Bukhari (Head of BMT Unit, Children Hospital, Lahore).
📞 For Appointment: 0316 484 6167
🌐 www.hopeblood-cancercare.com

13/02/2026

Heart or Blood? Why is My Child Turning Blue?

If a child repeatedly turns blue (Cyanosis), it is a Medical Emergency. It is usually a Heart problem, but it can also be a Blood disorder.

1. The Heart Cause (Most Common): If the child's Lips and Tongue turn blue, especially while crying or feeding, it is likely a Congenital Heart Defect (Hole in the heart or Valve issue).

2: Mechanism: The heart mixes "dirty" (deoxygenated) blood with clean blood.

Consult with the Expert:
For specialized consultation regarding bone marrow transplants and pediatric blood disorders, contact Dr. Syed Nasir Abbas Bukhari (Head of BMT Unit, Children Hospital, Lahore).
📞 For Appointment: 0316 484 6167
🌐 www.hopeblood-cancercare.com

12/02/2026

A Second Chance at Life: A BMT Success Story.

Today, we celebrate a tremendous victory. Meet our brave little warrior, who has officially defeated Aplastic Anemia.

The Journey: Before coming to us, life was bound to hospital beds and continuous blood transfusions. The condition was critical, but the family never lost hope.

The Cure: Thanks to a perfectly matched sibling donor and a successful Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) performed at our unit, the "blood factory" has been completely reset.

Consult with the Expert:
For specialized consultation regarding bone marrow transplants and pediatric blood disorders, contact Dr. Syed Nasir Abbas Bukhari (Head of BMT Unit, Children Hospital, Lahore).
📞 For Appointment: 0316 484 6167
🌐 www.hopeblood-cancercare.com

12/02/2026

Planning a Baby After a Thalassemia Child?

If you already have a child with Thalassemia Major, you must be extremely careful with your next pregnancy. The Risk: In every pregnancy, there is a 25% chance that the new baby will also have Thalassemia Major.

The Mandatory Precaution: You do not need to stop having children, but you MUST undergo a specific test called CVS (Chorionic Villus Sampling).

Consult with the Expert:
For specialized consultation regarding bone marrow transplants and pediatric blood disorders, contact Dr. Syed Nasir Abbas Bukhari (Head of BMT Unit, Children Hospital, Lahore).
📞 For Appointment: 0316 484 6167
🌐 www.hopeblood-cancercare.com

11/02/2026

How Old Can Transfused Blood Be?

The "Expiry Date" of blood depends entirely on which component is being used.

1. Red Blood Cells (For Anemia/Surgery):
Shelf Life: 35 to 42 Days.
Storage: Kept in a refrigerator at 2°C – 6°C.

Older blood is safe for most adults, but for Newborns or Massive Transfusions, we prefer "Fresh Blood" (less than 5–7 days old) to avoid high potassium levels.

Consult with the Expert:
For specialized consultation regarding bone marrow transplants and pediatric blood disorders, contact Dr. Syed Nasir Abbas Bukhari (Head of BMT Unit, Children Hospital, Lahore).
📞 For Appointment: 0316 484 6167
🌐 www.hopeblood-cancercare.com

10/02/2026

Where is Bone Marrow Taken From? (Myth vs. Fact)

Many people refuse to donate because they believe the needle goes into the Spine. This is FALSE.

The Medical Fact: Bone Marrow is taken ONLY from the Hip Bone (Posterior Iliac Crest).

The Procedure:

1: Safety: The hip bone is large, safe, and far away from the spinal cord. There is Zero Risk of Paralysis.

2: Painless: The donor is given General Anesthesia. They sleep through the procedure and feel absolutely no pain.

Consult with the Expert:
For specialized consultation regarding bone marrow transplants and pediatric blood disorders, contact Dr. Syed Nasir Abbas Bukhari (Head of BMT Unit, Children Hospital, Lahore).
📞 For Appointment: 0316 484 6167
🌐 www.hopeblood-cancercare.com

09/02/2026

Can a Diabetic Patient Donate Blood?

The answer is YES, but with specific conditions. Having diabetes does not automatically disqualify you from saving a life.

The Golden Rules:

If You Take Pills (Oral Medication):

YES, You Can Donate.

Condition: Your blood sugar level must be within the normal range (Controlled), and you must not have changed your medication in the last 4 weeks.

Consult with the Expert:
For specialized consultation regarding bone marrow transplants and pediatric blood disorders, contact Dr. Syed Nasir Abbas Bukhari (Head of BMT Unit, Children Hospital, Lahore).
📞 For Appointment: 0316 484 6167
🌐 www.hopeblood-cancercare.com

07/02/2026

Never Give Disprin to Children!

When choosing between Brufen and Disprin for a child's fever, the medical rule is strict:

1. Disprin : STRICTLY BANNED You must NEVER give Disprin (or any Aspirin) to a child under 16 years old.

The Damage: This condition causes sudden, severe swelling of the Liver and Brain, leading to coma or death.

2. Brufen : SAFE (With Conditions) Brufen is generally safe for children over 6 months.

Consult with the Expert:
For specialized consultation regarding bone marrow transplants and pediatric blood disorders, contact Dr. Syed Nasir Abbas Bukhari (Head of BMT Unit, Children Hospital, Lahore).
📞 For Appointment: 0316 484 6167
🌐 www.hopeblood-cancercare.com

06/02/2026

What is the Best Age for Bone Marrow Transplant in Thalassemia?

Time is crucial. The medical consensus is clear: The Earlier, The Better.

The Golden Age (2 to 5 Years): The ideal age for a transplant is between 2 and 5 years old.

Why is this the best time?

Less Iron Damage: A young child has received fewer blood transfusions, so their body (especially the liver) has less iron overload.

Consult with the Expert:
For specialized consultation regarding bone marrow transplants and pediatric blood disorders, contact Dr. Syed Nasir Abbas Bukhari (Head of BMT Unit, Children Hospital, Lahore).
📞 For Appointment: 0316 484 6167
🌐 www.hopeblood-cancercare.com

05/02/2026

When Does an ITP Patient Need Treatment?
Parents often panic when they see a low platelet count but medical science follows a strict rule: Treat the Patient, Not the Number.

1. When Treatment is NOT Needed (Observation):If the child has low platelets but is active, playing, and has no bleeding (except for some skin spots/bruises), we usually Wait and Watch.
Reason: Most children recover naturally within weeks without strong medicines like Steroids.

Consult with the Expert:
For specialized consultation regarding bone marrow transplants and pediatric blood disorders, contact Dr. Syed Nasir Abbas Bukhari (Head of BMT Unit, Children Hospital, Lahore).
📞 For Appointment: 0316 484 6167
🌐 www.hopeblood-cancercare.com

04/02/2026

Are Body Lumps (Giltiya) Normal? When to Worry?

Finding a lump in the neck, armpit, or groin can be terrifying, but not every lump is cancer.

The Medical Reality:

Most are Harmless: 90% of lumps in children are just swollen Lymph Nodes fighting an infection (like a cold, throat infection, or TB). This is called Reactive Lymphadenopathy.

The Danger Zone: However, some lumps are signs of Lymphoma (Blood Cancer) or other tumors.

Consult with the Expert:
For specialized consultation regarding bone marrow transplants and pediatric blood disorders, contact Dr. Syed Nasir Abbas Bukhari (Head of BMT Unit, Children Hospital, Lahore).
📞 For Appointment: 0316 484 6167
🌐 www.hopeblood-cancercare.com

03/02/2026

Can You Hug a Cancer Patient? (Myth vs. Fact)

The answer is a loud YES. You cannot catch cancer from another person.

The Medical Truth:

Not Contagious: Cancer is NOT an infectious disease like the Flu, TB, or COVID-19. It does not spread through touching, hugging, kissing, or sharing food/utensils.

The "Reverse" Danger: The only time you should avoid hugging is if YOU are sick (Cough).

Consult with the Expert:
For specialized consultation regarding bone marrow transplants and pediatric blood disorders, contact Dr. Syed Nasir Abbas Bukhari (Head of BMT Unit, Children Hospital, Lahore).
📞 For Appointment: 0316 484 6167
🌐 www.hopeblood-cancercare.com

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