Sezary Syndrome Flashcards
1
Q
What is Sezary Syndrome?
A
Cutaneous T-cell lymphoma that extends to the blood as a T-cell leukemia
Sezary Syndrome is a type of skin cancer that involves T-cells and affects the bloodstream.
2
Q
What virus is associated with Sezary Syndrome?
A
Human T-cell lymphotropic virus (HTLV)
HTLV is a type of virus that can lead to various types of blood cancers, including Sezary Syndrome.
3
Q
What shape do T cells have in the bloodstream of a patient with Sezary Syndrome?
A
Cerebriform-shaped
The term ‘cerebriform’ refers to a shape resembling the surface of the brain.
4
Q
What is a classical presentation of Sezary Syndrome?
A
Erythroderma (red skin)
Erythroderma is a severe skin condition characterized by widespread redness and scaling.
