Sickle Cell

Pathophysiology

Symptoms

Treatment

Complications

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Sickle Cell anemia red blood cells are shaped like sickles or present moons that get stuck in the small blood vessels.

Sickle Cell anemia is a inherited red blood cell disorder in which there aren't enough healthy red blood cells that carry oxygen throughout the body

There is no cure for most people with sickle cell anemia.

Swelling of hands and feet

Frequent infections

Episodes of pain

Delayed growth or puberty

Anemia

Vision problems

Endari

Adakveo

Hydroxyurea

Pain relievers

Medications do not cure Sickle Cell, but elevates symptoms

Oxbryta

Blood transfusions

Stem cell transplant

Blindness

Leg ulcers

Organ damage

Pulmonary hypertension

Blindness

Acute chest syndrome

Gallstones

Stroke

Pregnancy complications

Priapism

When to seek medical attention

Fever

Unexplained episodes of severe pain

Swelling in the hands or feet

Pale skin or nail beds

Yellow tint

Signs and symptoms of stroke