Meaning & use

anemia

noun·Academic

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A medical condition in which the blood has a lower than normal number of red blood cells or too little hemoglobin, often causing fatigue and paleness.

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Her doctor diagnosed her with anemia after routine blood tests showed low iron levels.

Anemia during pregnancy is often treated with iron supplements.

A note on using this word

Anemia has several possible causes, including iron deficiency, blood loss, and chronic disease, so treatment depends on identifying the underlying cause.

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