Langerhans cell histiocytosis

Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH) is a systemic disease associated with the proliferation and accumulation (usually in granulomas) of Langerhans cells in various tissues.

Hemoptysis

Coughing up (expectoration) of blood or blood-streaked sputum from the larynx, trachea, bronchi, or lungs.


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PMID (PMCID)
12522489
 OTHER Adult
[Histiocytosis X and bronchopulmonary adenocarcinoma: a rare coexistence].
Kaya A, Savas Y, Sen E, Sak SD, Gungor A, Gonullu U.
Can Respir J. 2002;9(6):431-2.
Hemoptysis, which is found in 5% of patients with histiocytosis X, may suggest cancer.