Sentences with phrase «against this anemia of»

The search for therapies against this anemia of chronic disease (ACD) could take on new directions thanks to a study published in Blood.

Not exact matches

The mutation that causes sickle cell anemia most probably became dominant because it gave some protection against malaria — but at a cost of its own.

Individuals who carry sickle cell trait (the unexpressed mutation of sickle cell anemia) are more likely to survive malaria and therefore, the trait is actually protective against a disease that is endemic in many parts of the world.

Delays return of menses, which helps to protect mother against anemia by conserving iron.

It could be a more complicated version of the familiar case of sickle cell anemia: having two mutant copies of a certain gene causes the disease, whereas having only one mutant copy provides protection against malaria.

However, the researchers believe that these results are proof of concept that gene therapy is a valid strategy against aplastic anemia; this therapy could also be applied to other genes — besides from telomerase — if a causal role for those other forms of the disease was discovered.

However, studies have suggested that iron deficiency anemia may offer protection against malaria infection and that the provision of iron may increase malaria morbidity and mortality,» according to background information in the article.

In the rare, life - threatening disease called paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH), patients are stricken with chronic anemia and blood clots, when the oldest part of the immune system — known as complement — turns against its own red blood cells, or erythrocytes.

Copper deficiency is characterized by fatigue, anemia, neutropenia (low level of neutrophils, the most common type of white blood cell that protect against infection), leukopenia (abnormal decrease of leukocytes or white blood cells), bone and joint abnormalities, skin abnormalities, impairment of nerve and muscle function, impairment of adrenal and thyroid gland function, reproductive difficulties and loss of hair and skin color.

Plus, it increases the production of red blood cells and protects against anemia.

It protects against anemia by increasing the production of red blood cells, which move oxygen throughout the body.

The benefits include DNA synthesis, growth and development, decreased risk of heart disease, protection against certain cancers, preservation of energy levels, a decreased risk of anemia, and emotional and mental stability.

A Season With, Season 2, Episode 9: Exclusive clip of Florida State Head Coach Jimbo Fisher's Kidz1stFund charity that helps the fight against Fanconi anemia, a rare blood disorder that affects their son Ethan and thousands of other children.