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What is sickle cell anemia?
What is sickle cell anemia?
What is sickle cell anemia?
People who have sickle cell anemia inherit two faulty hemoglobin genes, called hemoglobin S, one from each parent. A person has sickle cell trait when the hemoglobin S gene is inherited from only one parent and a normal hemoglobin gene hemoglobin A, is inherited from the other.
Last updated on 19 May 2023
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What does it mean to be a sickle cell carrier?
Sickle cell carrier are people those who inherit sickle cell gene and one normal gene. They usually pass on their sickle cell gene to their baby. This passing on makes them a sickle cell carrier.
Last updated on 19 May 2023
Can children with the sickle cell disease swim?
Yes, children with sickle cell can swim but in temperrature controlled pools only. They should avoid normal pools as moving from hot to cold water may cause pain crisis and blockages which is harmful for people with sickle cell anemia.
Last updated on 19 May 2023
What are the symptoms of sickle cell anemia?
The symptoms of sickle cell anemia comprises of delayed growth, swelling on hands and feet, episodic pain, frequent infections and vision problems.
Last updated on 19 May 2023
What is sickle cell disease?
A group of disorders that cause red blood cells to become misshapen and break down.
Last updated on 19 May 2023
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