Hypersplenism is a condition in which the spleen is overactive.
Hypersplenism can be caused by:
Symptoms include:
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Reviewer Info: Todd Gersten, MD, Hematology/Oncology, Palm Beach Cancer Institute, West Palm Beach, FL. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.; ADAM Health Illustrated Encyclopedia, 01/12/2009 |