aplastic anemia
Pronunciation
/ɐplˈæstɪk ɐnˈiːmiə/
British pronunciation
/ɐplˈastɪk ɐnˈiːmiə/
aplastic anaemia
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Definition & Meaning of "aplastic anemia"in English

Aplastic anemia
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a rare blood disorder where the bone marrow fails to produce enough blood cells

What is "aplastic anemia"?

Aplastic anemia is a rare condition where the body stops producing enough new blood cells. It occurs when the bone marrow, which is responsible for making blood cells, is damaged or fails to function properly. As a result, individuals with aplastic anemia may experience symptoms such as fatigue, weakness, shortness of breath, pale skin, and frequent infections. In serious cases, it can lead to life-threatening complications such as bleeding and an increased risk of infections. Treatment for aplastic anemia may involve blood transfusions to replace the missing blood cells, medications to stimulate the production of blood cells, and in some cases, bone marrow transplantation to replace damaged bone marrow with healthy cells.

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Sarah's persistent fatigue and frequent infections raised concerns about aplastic anaemia.
Aplastic anaemia can result in a low count of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets in the blood.
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