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We don't know what is causing me to have no bone marrow, no iron producing, and can't product red blood cells. blood, iron iv don't work. what is this?
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Aplastic anemia: When this happens, it's usually possible to find the cause but treatment is often difficult and the prognosis guarded. It requires sub specialist consultation. I hope things turn out well
Answered 12/31/2017
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