WHAT IS IT?
This type of blood cell carries oxygen
Red blood cell
most common sickle cell symptom
severe pain
drinking alot of this helps prevent sickle cell crisis
WATER
you can catch sickle cell like a cold
myth
no, you cannot contract it like a cold, beacuse it is genetic both parents must be carriers
what habit should people with sickle cell disease avoid because it decreases oxygen and may cause narrowing of vessels
SMOKING (do NOT do it sirs/maams)
These abnormal cells are shaped like a farmers tool
Sickle cell
feeling tired is a result of
anemia
These medications help with pain and relieving fevers
Hint: each med has these dual properties
acetaminophen, ibuprophen
can people with sickle cell lead healthy lives
FACT
what high altitude environment should people with sickle cell disease avoid beacuse there is less oxygen found there
Mountains and high altitude locations
Sickle cells can block these tiny vessels
capillaries
yellowing of sclera and skin is known as
jaundice
getting plenty of this helps your body recover and stay healthy
Rest
- also water(hydration), stay warm and avoid getting to hot
People with sickle cell should never exercise
Myth
light to moderate exercuse is healthy and just be mindful of staying hydrated and tempered
what activities should sickle cell individuals avoid
Strenous activity
The protein in a blood cell that carries oxygen
hemaglobin
chest pain and difficulty breathing indicates which complication
Acute chest syndrome
who should we notify if we have sickle cell and are feeling under the weather
Parents, Teachers, nurse, doctor
a fever of 38.3 C or 101 F in sickle cell should be tx as an emergency
Fact
people with sickle cell have higher risk of serious infections(beacuse of this they may even extra doses of vaccines and abx) and require medical intervention quickly
What environments should be avoided
think temperature wise
environements of extreme heat and cold
which body part makes red blood cells
bone marrow
condition characterized by blood flow to brain being stopped
stroke
1. this medication helps people with sickle cell have fewer pain crisis
2. Sometimes doctors prescribe giving healthy cells to a sick individual this is called what?
1. Hydroxyurea
2. Blood transfusion
a bone marrow (stemm cell) transplant is currently the only widely established treatment that can potientially cure sickle cell disease
FACT
1. what type of clothing should be avoided in cold weather
2. what clothing should be avoided in warm weather
1. light clothing
2. heavy clothing