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Afibrinogenemia

Description:

Afibrinogenemia is a rare inherited bleeding disorder characterized by the absence or significantly reduced level of fibrinogen, a protein essential for blood clotting.

Senses:

1. Noun: A medical condition or disorder characterized by the complete or near-complete absence of fibrinogen in the blood, leading to impaired clotting ability.

Sample Sentences:

1. Individuals with afibrinogenemia may experience frequent nosebleeds or prolonged bleeding after an injury.
2. Afibrinogenemia can be diagnosed through blood tests that show low or undetectable levels of fibrinogen.
3. People with afibrinogenemia require specialized medical care and may need fibrinogen replacement therapy to manage bleeding episodes.

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