Aplastic anemia is a very rare blood disorder, which is commonly diagnosed in people under 30.
In aplastic anemia, the bone marrow fails.
It stops making the blood cells that we all need.
Red blood cells to transport oxygen, white blood cells to fight infection, and platelets to help our blood clot.
If you have aplastic anemia, you have very low levels of blood cells, which causes frequent infections that are hard to get rid of.
Bruises, nosebleeds, heavy periods, another abnormal bleeding, extreme tiredness, shortness of breath, and fast pulse.
The treatment for aplastic anemia depends on how severely you have it.
If you are young and fit, severe aplastic anemia can be treated with stem cell transplants.
You can be a hero for people with aplastic anemia by registering as a stem cell donor.
If you are aged 17 to 55, head to dkms.org.uk today.