Sickle Cell Disease
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- What is Sickle Cell Disease?
- Visit the CDC's website for more information: https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/sicklecell/families.html
- Sickle Cell Disease is a group of inherited red blood cell disorders. Healthy red blood cells are round, flexible, and carry oxygen to all parts of the body. They last 120 days in the body. Sickle cells become stiff, sticky, and are shaped like bananas. This causes trouble with travel through blood vessels. They last 20-30 days in the body.
- Why do i have Sickle Cell Disease?
- Sickle Cell Disease is passed down from both parents. There are many different types which you could pass on too, if you were to have children.
- Hemoglobin SSHemoglobin SCHemoglobin SEHemoglobin S Beta thalassemia
- Who has Sickle Cell Disease?
- People of any race can get Sickle Cell Disease. It is more common in people of African descent including African Americans, Hispanic Americans, Middle Eastern, Asian, Indian, and Mediterranean descent.
- What are some complications of Sickle Cell Disease?
- There are many other complications of Sickle Cell Disease. Please talk to your Health Provider for more information
- StrokeGallstonesInfectionPneumoniaPain
- It is always encouraged to call your health provider for any concerns . We are always available 24/7!
- When should i seek medical attention?
- Fever: 101°FTrouble breathingBelly PainChest PainTrouble moving or talkingA bad headache
- What are some healthy things i can do?
- Prevent infection by washing your handsTake your medications dailyRemember to see your doctor even if you feel wellDrink 8-10 glasses of water a day and eat healthy
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