It's Time for the Truth about Autoimmunity!

	Idiopathic Aplastic Anemia Description: From MedlinePlus Medical Encylopedia    Idiopathic aplastic anemia is a failure of the bone marrow to properly form all types of blood cells. Idiopathic aplastic anemia is a condition that results from injury to the stem cell, a cell that gives rise to other cell types after it divides. Consequently, there is a reduction in all cell types -- red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets -- with this type of anemia, which is called pancytopenia.   The cause of idiopathic aplastic anemia is unknown, but is thought to be an autoimmune process (the body reacting against its own cells). Causes of other types of aplastic anemia may be chemotherapy, radiation therapy, toxins, drugs, pregnancy, congenital disorder, or systemic lupus erythematosus.     Signs and Symptoms Fatigue Shortness of breath with exertion Rapid heart rate Pale skin Frequent or prolonged infections Unexplained or easy bruising Nosebleeds and bleeding gums Prolonged bleeding from cuts Skin rash Links of Interest:   Mayo Clinic    Classical Homoeopathy  Recommended Reading:   Subscribe to "Conquering Autoimmunity" - This monthly ezine provides up-to-the-minute research, tips to help you regain control of your life, healthy recipes and much more. Don't miss another issue. Join us today! Join the Mailing List Enter your name and email address below: Name: Email: Subscribe  Unsubscribe  Get your Free Mailing List by Bravenet.com Privacy Policy View Current Newsletter Newsletter