APLASTIC ANEMIA
Scenario: Jim has been diagnosed with Aplastic anemia.
He received radiation treatment for cancer in the past. He
was admitted to the hospital with symptoms of fatigue,
dizziness and tachycardia.
Aplastic anemia is a form of anemia which may be idiopathic
or acquired. Idiopathic means the cause is unknown. Acquired
may be due to radiation therapy, anticonvulsants, or autoimmune
diseases. Aplastic anemia is said to be rare.
or acquired. Idiopathic means the cause is unknown. Acquired
may be due to radiation therapy, anticonvulsants, or autoimmune
diseases. Aplastic anemia is said to be rare.
Bleeding under the skin may result from low platelet count.
Blood transfusion and BMT( bone marrow transplant) are
forms of treatment.
Blood transfusion and BMT( bone marrow transplant) are
forms of treatment.
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Chemo and BMT
Chemo and BMT
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