Anemia is a condition where red blood cells are reduced in number or volume or are deficient in hemoglobin, affecting their oxygen-carrying capacity. This can occur when blood is lost from the body, when the production of blood cells decreases, or when the destruction of blood cells increases. Underlying causes include nutritional deficiencies, chronic diseases such as cancer or HIV/AIDS, bone marrow disorders, or pregnancy or hormonal factors.
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