In this article, we’ll get to know about the sickle cell disease and what are the symptoms of sickle cell disease.
Sickle cell disease also known as sickle cell anemia is a genetic disorder that affects the hemoglobin protein which is responsible for carrying oxygen throughout the body. A healthy human has flexible and round oval-shaped red blood cells due to which they can move easily through the blood vessels but people with sickle cell disease have sickle-shaped red blood cells and these cells are stick and rigid and therefore cause blockage in the blood flow
Sickle cell anemia occurs due to a mutation in the gene that is responsible for the production of hemoglobin in the body. which is made up of the iron-containing heme and the protein globin.
Symptoms of sickle cell anemia
Sickle cell anemia shows many symptoms few of which are listed below:
- Recurrent pain episodes: people with sickle cell anemia experience frequent episodes of pain due to the blockage of the blood flow. This pain lasts for a few hours to several days
- Swelling in the feet and hands: reduced blood flow causes swelling in the hands and feet
- Recurrent infections: The spleen is responsible for fighting off the infection but due to sickle-shaped blood cells spleen gets destroyed which increases the risk of infections.
- Stunted growth: red blood cells are required for growth and development as they transport oxygen and nutrients to different parts of the body. In sickle cell disease, patients do not get enough oxygen and nutrients due to which stunted growth and development are seen in these patients
- Anemia: the average life cycle of healthy red blood cells is 120 days but the life cycle of sickle cell-shaped blood cells is only 10-20 days. due to which a shortage of red blood cells occurs causing anemia.
- Fatigue: people with sickle cell disease generally feel lethargic all the time because of the shortage of healthy red blood cells as the required amount of oxygen cannot be transported to the different parts of the body making the people feel lethargic.
A note from the Ganesh Diagnostic Center
Sickle cell disease is an inherited disorder or genetic disorder that can’t be cured. However, the timely management of sickle cell disease is important to avoid complications. the best thing you can do is consult with your healthcare
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FAQ’s
What happens in sickle cell disease?
In Sickle cell disease, the distorted shape of red blood cells is present in the blood.
What are the symptoms of sickle cell disease?
The symptoms of sickle cell disease are anemia, jaundice, recurrent infections, etc.
How does the sickle cell disease occur?
Sickle cell anemia is a genetic disorder in which there is a mutation in the gene that is responsible for the production of hemoglobin.
What are the complications of sickle cell disease?
The complications of sickle cell anemia are organ damage, pulmonary hypertension, stroke, cardiovascular disease, etc.
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