Sickle Cell Disease
About the disease & condition
An inherited blood disorder causing abnormal red blood cells that can block blood flow.
Known Symptoms
- Pain crises.
- Fatigue.
- Frequent infections.
- Swelling in hands and feet.
Known Causes
- Genetic inheritance.
- Family history.
- Abnormal hemoglobin production.
- Both parents carrying gene.
Care
- Pain management.
- Infection prevention.
- Blood transfusions.
- Comprehensive hematology follow-up.



