| Aldrich syndrome | <syndrome> An sex-linked (X chromosome) genetic disorder occurring in male children that is characterised by thrombocytopenia, eczema, melena and susceptibility to bacterial infections. Death often occurs from severe haemorrhage or overwhelming sepsis. Inheritance: sex-linked (X chromosome). (27 Sep 1997) |
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| Aldrich, Robert Anderson | <person> U.S. Paediatrician, *1917. See: Aldrich syndrome, Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome. (05 Mar 2000) |
| aldrin | <chemical> A chlorinated organic insecticide whose use and manufacture has been banned in the U.S. (but not all other countries). The chemical can poison via skin contact, ingestion or inhalation, symptoms include kidney damage, shaking, slurred speech, convulsions, respiratory failure, and death. Chronic exposure to non-lethal doses of aldrin can cause liver damage and probably cancer. (09 Oct 1997) |