Symptoms of Sickle Cell Anemia

Sickle Cell Disease

Sickle Cell Disease is a genetic blood disorder characterized by mutated hemoglobin that causes red blood cells to become “sickle” shaped. These red blood cells stick together and hinder the blood flow and oxygen from reaching all parts of the body. It can create blockage of small blood vessels resulting in pain and organ damaging complications. Regular medical checkups and ongoing management are crucial to prevent further complications.

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Graphic image depicting Sickle Cell Disease with text overlay Symptoms

Each person with Sickle Cell Disease may experience symptoms differently. List of symptoms include:

Fatigue and weakness – Sickle cells have short life and less oxygen carrying capacity compare to normal red blood cells. This can lead to severe anemia, shortness of breath and dizziness.
Pain crisis –When sickle cells get stuck in blood vessels due to their sticky property, they block the blood flow. This can result in pain crisis. Generally, pain occurs in chest, arms and legs. Interruption in the blood flow can cause tissue death too.
Jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes)
Swollen hands and feet
Frequent infections
Delayed growth and development in children
Vision problems
Painful and prolonged erections in males (priapism) - a painful obstruction of the blood vessels in the penis by sickle cells.
Leg ulcers

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