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===Race===
===Race===
* Two to three times more common in Asian countries.
* Two to three times more common in Asian countries.
===Other causes===
* Exposure to toxins
* Radiation or chemotherapy
* Have certain infectious diseases, autoimmune disorders, or inherited conditions
==References==
==References==
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Overview

Aplastic anemia is a rare but serious blood disorder.

Risk factors

Age

  • People of all ages can develop aplastic anemia.
  • Common in adolescents, young adults, and the elderly.

Gender

Men and women are equally likely to develop aplastic anemia

Race

  • Two to three times more common in Asian countries.

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