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Macrocytic Anaemia

Description:

Macrocytic anaemia is a type of blood disorder characterized by abnormally large red blood cells (RBCs) in the body, resulting in decreased hemoglobin levels. This condition often leads to a reduction in the number of functioning RBCs, causing symptoms such as fatigue, weakness, and shortness of breath.

Sample sentences:

• Noun (Medical sense): Macrocytic anaemia can be caused by various factors, including vitamin B12 deficiency or folate deficiency.
• Noun (General sense): The doctor diagnosed the patient's macrocytic anaemia through a blood test.
• Adjective: The macrocytic anaemia patient required regular blood transfusions to manage their condition.
• Verb: Prolonged untreated deficiency of certain vitamins can lead to macrocytic anaemia.

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