neuroacanthocytosis

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What does neuroacanthocytosis mean?

A rare inherited neurological disorder in which the brain progressively degenerates, causing movement and behavioral problems, along with abnormal spiky red blood cells called acanthocytes.

Where does neuroacanthocytosis come from?

From neuro- + acantho- + cyto- + -sis.

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