What is aplastic anemia?
Q: What is aplastic anemia?
A: Aplastic anemia is a rare disease in which the bone marrow stops producing enough blood cells.
Q: How many cases of aplastic anemia occur each year in the US?
A: There are fewer than 20,000 cases a year in the US.
Q: Can a medical professional treat aplastic anemia?
A: Yes, aplastic anemia can be treated by a medical professional.
Q: Is aplastic anemia always fatal?
A: No, aplastic anemia is not always fatal.
Q: What can happen if someone with aplastic anemia experiences a lot of bleeding?
A: If someone with aplastic anemia experiences a lot of bleeding both internal and external, it can be fatal.
Q: What causes aplastic anemia?
A: The causes of aplastic anemia are not fully understood, but it can be a result of exposure to toxins, radiation, or medications, as well as having an autoimmune disorder.
Q: What type of blood cells are not produced enough in aplastic anemia?
A: In aplastic anemia, the bone marrow stops producing enough blood cells, including red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.
