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Aplastic anemia is a condition that occurs when the body stops producing enough new blood cells. The condition leaves the patient fatigued and more prone to infections and uncontrolled bleeding.
A rare and serious condition, aplastic anemia can develop at any age. It can occur suddenly, or it can come on slowly and worsen over time. It can be mild or severe. Aplastic anemia in children has multiple causes. Usually it is “idiopathic,” occurring with no known reason. It also can be the result of a previous illness, existing problems, or can be caused by an inherited genetic disorder.
Symptoms:
Severe Aplastic anemia can have no symptoms. When present, signs and symptoms can include:
- Fatigue
- Shortness of breath
- Rapid or irregular heart rate
- Pale skin
- Frequent or prolonged infections
- Unexplained or easy bruising
- Nosebleeds and bleeding gums
- Prolonged bleeding from cuts
- Skin rash
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Fever
Aplastic anemia can be short-lived, or it can become chronic. It can be severe and even fatal.
Treatment: Blood Transfusions, Immunosuppressant Therapy (IST), Bone Marrow Transplant
A bone marrow transplant, is generally the treatment of choice for people who are younger and have a matching donor — most often a sibling (MSD).
We encourage everyone to join the bone marrow registry and give blood. It is easy. Make today be the day you save someone's life! www.bethematch.org
To learn more about Aplastic Anemia and Bone Marrow Transplants, go to www.aamds.org
