Aplastic anemia
Also called: bone marrow aplasia
A rare condition in which the body stops producing enough new blood cells.
- Treatable by a medical professional
- Requires a medical diagnosis
- Lab tests or imaging always required
- Chronic: can last for years or be lifelong
Aplastic anemia develops as a result of bone marrow damage. The damage may be present at birth or occur after exposure to radiation, chemotherapy, toxic chemicals, some drugs, or infection.
Very rare: Fewer than 20,000 US cases per year
Consult a doctor for medical advice
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