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parts of the body sickle cell can cause problems.
sickle virus
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what is hand-foot syndrom?
It can lead to pain, swelling, and fever. Swelling often occurs on the back of the hands and feet and moves into the fingers and toes. One or both hands and/or feet might be affected at the same time.
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What is the sickle disease?
red blood cells contain hemoglobin, a protein that carries oxygen in the blood. Normal red blood cells are round and flexible, which enables them to travel through small blood vessels to deliver oxygen to all parts of the body.
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what is Splenic Crisis?
If the spleen traps too many red blood cells, you may need blood transfusions until your body can make more cells and recover
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What is hemoglobin?
hemoglobin is a protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen from the lungs to the tissues in the body. the pigment in hemoglobin is responsible for the red color of blood
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what does sickle cell do to your eyes?
Sickle cells can also affect the small blood vessels that deliver oxygen to the eyes. Sickle cells can block these vessels or cause them to break open and bleed.
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What are the symptoms/signs?
-shortness of breath -dizziness -headaches -coldness in the hands and feet -paler than normal skin -mucous membranes
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what is Acute Chest Syndrome?
Acute chest syndrome is a life-threatening condition linked to sickle cell anemia. This syndrome is similar to pneumonia. People who have this condition often have chest pain, shortness of breath, and fever. They also often have low oxygen levels and abnormal chest x ray results.
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Who is affected
In the united states sickle disease effects mostly african americans however, forms of sickle cell disease may occur in people with different ethnic backgrounds.