Achrestic Anemia

Pronunciation: /əˈkriːstɪk əˈniːmiə/

Definitions of achrestic anemia

noun Achrestic anemia - a medical condition characterized by a deficiency in red blood cells, often caused by a lack of vitamin B12 or folic acid.

Example Sentences

A1 Achrestic anemia is a condition where the body doesn't have enough healthy red blood cells.

A2 Symptoms of achrestic anemia include fatigue, weakness, and pale skin.

B1 Treatment for achrestic anemia may involve iron supplements or blood transfusions.

B2 Achrestic anemia can be caused by a lack of vitamin B12 or folic acid.

C1 Individuals with achrestic anemia may need regular monitoring and medical management.

C2 Advanced cases of achrestic anemia can lead to complications such as heart problems or organ damage.

Examples of achrestic anemia in a Sentence

formal Achrestic anemia is a rare blood disorder characterized by the inability of the bone marrow to produce red blood cells.

informal My friend was diagnosed with achrestic anemia, which means his body doesn't make enough red blood cells.

slang Having achrestic anemia is like having a lazy bone marrow that doesn't feel like making enough red blood cells.

figurative Dealing with achrestic anemia can feel like constantly running on empty, like a car with a faulty fuel tank.

Grammatical Forms of achrestic anemia

• plural: achrestic anemias
• comparative: more achrestic anemic
• superlative: most achrestic anemic
• present tense: achrestic anemia
• future tense: will have achrestic anemia
• perfect tense: has had achrestic anemia
• continuous tense: is experiencing achrestic anemia
• singular: achrestic anemia
• positive degree: achrestic anemia
• infinitive: to have achrestic anemia
• gerund: experiencing achrestic anemia
• participle: achrestic anemia

Origin and Evolution of achrestic anemia

First Known Use: 1950 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The term 'achrestic anemia' is derived from the Greek words 'a' meaning without, 'khrēstos' meaning useful, and 'anemia' meaning lack of blood.

Evolution of the word: The term 'achrestic anemia' was first used in medical literature in the mid-20th century to describe a rare type of anemia characterized by a lack of response to treatment with vitamin B12. Over time, the understanding and classification of anemias have evolved, leading to more specific diagnoses and treatments for different types of anemia.