Medical EditorDr. Nicholas Bush MBBS BSc (Hons)
2 min read
Last Updated: 8 August 2024
Sickle Cell Disease
Medical EditorDr. Nicholas Bush MBBS BSc (Hons)
2 min read
Last Updated: 8 August 2024
Sickle Cell Disease
Sickle Cell Disease is a genetic blood disorder affecting haemoglobin's structure, causing red blood cells to become sickle-shaped. This deformation leads to blockages in blood flow, causing pain, organ damage, and increased infection risk. Treatments focus on managing symptoms and complications of Sickle Cell Disease, with stem cell transplants being a potential cure.