Geriatric Health Terms

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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.

  • Achrestic anemia is a rare blood disorder characterized by the inability of the bone marrow to produce red blood cells.
  • My friend was diagnosed with achrestic anemia, which means his body doesn't make enough red blood cells.
  • Having achrestic anemia is like having a lazy bone marrow that doesn't feel like making enough red blood cells.
  • Dealing with achrestic anemia can feel like constantly running on empty, like a car with a faulty fuel tank.