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haemolytic anaemia

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun haemolytic anaemia has 1 sense
  1. hemolytic anemia, haemolytic anaemia - anemia resulting from destruction of erythrocytes
    --1 is a kind of anemia, anaemia

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Haemolytic Anaemia

Description:

Haemolytic anaemia is a medical condition characterized by the destruction of red blood cells at a rate greater than their production in the body. This condition can occur due to various factors such as irregularities in the immune system, genetic disorders, or exposure to certain medications or toxins.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A type of anaemia caused by the premature destruction of red blood cells, resulting in a decrease in the overall number of functioning red blood cells.

Example Sentence: The patient was diagnosed with haemolytic anaemia after experiencing extreme fatigue and jaundice.

Usages:

Usage 1:

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: Local hospitals have reported an increase in cases of haemolytic anaemia among children in the past few months.

Example Sentence: The outbreak of haemolytic anaemia in the region has prompted health authorities to take immediate preventive measures.

Usage 2:

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Popular treatment methods for haemolytic anaemia include immunosuppressive drugs and blood transfusions.

Example Sentence: The patient's deteriorating condition required the administration of haemolytic anaemia-specific therapies.

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