Unexpected bruises and bruises that occur spontaneously or as a result of minor blows may indicate the presence of aplastic anemia, a rare blood disease. In this respect reports Daily mail.
The appearance of unexpected bruises is characteristic of aplastic anemia. British Hematologist Muhammad Saif noted that the disease may be accompanied by other symptoms such as bleeding gums, pale skin, nosebleeds and weakened immunity.
Aplastic anemia is a disorder of the hematopoietic function of the red bone marrow, characterized by inadequate formation of red blood cells, leukocytes and platelets. A common cause of this disease is a malfunction of the immune system that attacks bone marrow stem cells. Usually the disease is caused by congenital chromosomal mutations.
In particularly severe cases, aplastic anemia can cause bleeding in the brain and other organs. There is also a risk that a person with low red blood cell levels may fall into a coma.
Saif noted that bone marrow (hematopoietic stem cell) transplantation after chemotherapy is the most effective treatment method. When the donor’s stem cells are infused, the bone marrow begins producing red and white blood cells, platelets, and immune cells called lymphocytes; the immune system is repaired.
The hematologist added that bruises are not always a sign of aplastic anemia, some people are predisposed to the appearance of bruises due to the characteristics of the body. However, if the bruises cover a large area and are not the result of an injury, you should consult a doctor as soon as possible.
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