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- Sickle cell disease - WikipediaSickle cell disease (SCD), also simply called sickle cell, is a group of hemoglobin-related blood disorders typically inherited. The most common type is known as sickle cell anemia. It results in an abnormality in the oxygen-carrying protein haemoglobin found in red blood cells.
- Sickle Cell Disease - Blood Disorders - Merck Manual Consumer VersionSickle cell disease is an inherited genetic abnormality of hemoglobin (the oxygen-carrying protein found in red blood cells) characterized by sickle (crescent)-shaped red blood cells and chronic anemia caused by excessive destruction of the abnormal red blood cells.
- Sickle Cell Disease - What Is Sickle Cell Disease? | NHLBI, NIHSickle cell disease is an inherited blood disorder that affects hemoglobin, the protein that carries oxygen through the body. Misshapen red blood cells can block blood flow causing lifelong health problems. The only cure is a blood and bone marrow transplant, but treatments are available to manage the condition.
- Sickle cell anemia - Symptoms & causes - Mayo ClinicIn sickle cell anemia, some red blood cells are shaped like sickles or crescent moons. These sickle cells also become rigid and sticky, which can slow or block blood flow. The current approach to treatment is to relieve pain and help prevent complications of the disease.
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