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Condition

Pediatric Anemia (aplastic)

What You Need to Know

Aplastic anemia is a serious condition in which the bone marrow does not produce enough new blood cells.

Key Symptoms

Some symptoms of aplastic anemia include tiredness, paleness, frequent infections and easy bruising and bleeding.

Diagnosis

Aplastic anemia is diagnosed with blood and bone marrow tests.

Treatment

Treatment depends on the cause. It may include blood transfusions, medicines and stem cell transplantation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Prevention and Risk Assessment

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Diagnosis

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Treatment

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Providers Who Treat Anemia (aplastic)

Departments that Treat Anemia (aplastic)

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Blood and Marrow Transplant

Our blood and bone marrow disease experts provide advanced transplant procedures for children and teenagers.

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Blood Disorders (Hematology)

From sickle cell disease to histiocyte disorders, Children's National delivers expert care for any blood disorder diagnosis.

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Pediatric Allogeneic Blood and Marrow Transplantation Program

Patients in need of highly-specialized BMT therapy can expect compassionate care and innovative treatment from our specially-trained team.

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