1. A medical condition characterized by the absence or severe deficiency of hydrochloric acid in the stomach, affecting digestion and nutrient absorption.
Usage: medical/clinical term; plural form of achlorhydria; also called achylia gastrica

Examples

• The patient was diagnosed with achlorhydrias after experiencing chronic digestive problems.
• Achlorhydrias can lead to vitamin B12 deficiency if left untreated.
• The gastroenterologist identified achlorhydrias as the underlying cause of the malabsorption syndrome.
• Some cases of achlorhydrias develop as a result of autoimmune gastritis.
• Treatment for achlorhydrias may include dietary adjustments and supplementation.