Aplastic anemia is a rare and serious condition in which the body does not produce enough new blood cells. It is usually caused by damage to the bone marrow, the soft, spongy tissue found inside the bones that produces red and white blood cells and platelets. In some cases, aplastic anemia can be caused by an underlying condition such as leukemia or lymphoma.
Myelodysplastic Syndrome and Aplastic Anemia
Myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) is a group of conditions that affect the bone marrow and blood cells. It is a type of leukemia that affects the production of blood cells, and can cause aplastic anemia. In MDS, the bone marrow fails to produce enough red and white blood cells and platelets. People with MDS can have symptoms such as fatigue, shortness of breath, and easy bruising or bleeding.
Acute Myeloid Leukemia and Aplastic Anemia
Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is a type of cancer that affects the bone marrow and blood cells. It is a rapid-growing type of leukemia and can cause aplastic anemia. AML can cause anemia (low red blood cell count), low platelet count, and low white blood cell count. Symptoms of AML can include fatigue, shortness of breath, fever, and bleeding.
Chronic Myeloid Leukemia and Aplastic Anemia
Chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) is a type of cancer that affects the bone marrow and blood cells. It is a slow-growing type of leukemia and can cause aplastic anemia. CML can cause anemia (low red blood cell count), low platelet count, and low white blood cell count. Symptoms of CML can include fatigue, shortness of breath, frequent infections, and bleeding.