Sickle cell anemia (SCA) is a chronic, inherited blood disorder that affects the shape and flexibility of red blood cells. Instead of being round and smooth, the cells become crescent- or “sickle”-shaped, making it harder for them to carry oxygen efficiently and flow easily through blood vessels. Beyond its well-known complications like pain crises, anemia,…
To Finish Reading, Click Here...Sickle cell anemia (SCA) is a genetic blood disorder caused by an abnormal form of hemoglobin, hemoglobin S, that leads to misshapen, rigid red blood cells. These “sickle-shaped” cells can obstruct blood flow, damage tissues, and cause chronic complications such as pain crises, infections, and organ damage. While SCA is primarily known as a blood…
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