anoxemia
/ˌænɑkˈsimiə/
noun
- A medical condition in which the blood has a lower than normal amount of oxygen.
- Doctors monitored the diver for signs of anoxemia following his rapid ascent.
- The patient was diagnosed with anoxemia after climbing to a high altitude too quickly.
- Severe anoxemia can lead to confusion and loss of consciousness if not treated promptly.