achlorhydric
/ˌeɪklɔːrˈhaɪdrɪk/
adjective
- Relating to or having a condition where the stomach does not produce enough hydrochloric acid.
- An achlorhydric condition can lead to vitamin deficiencies over time.
- Doctors tested her stomach acid levels and found she was achlorhydric.
- The patient's achlorhydric state made it difficult to digest certain foods.