anaemia
/əˈniːmiə/ /əˈniːmɪə/Definitions
1. noun
A medical condition characterized by a deficiency of red blood cells or hemoglobin in the blood, leading to a lack of oxygen delivery to tissues and organs.
“The doctor diagnosed her with anaemia and prescribed iron supplements to alleviate the symptoms.”
2. noun
A deficiency of red blood cells or hemoglobin in the blood, especially in the spleen.
“The anaemia in the spleen was a result of the patient’s autoimmune disorder.”
3. noun
A deficiency of red blood cells or hemoglobin in the blood, especially in the bone marrow.
“The anaemia in the bone marrow was a side effect of the chemotherapy treatment.”