Sickle Cell
Sickle cell disease is a blood disorder where red blood cells become shaped like crescents or sickles instead of their usual round shape. These sickle-shaped cells can get stuck in blood vessels, blocking blood flow and causing pain, swelling, and other health problems. It’s an inherited condition, meaning it's passed down from parents to their children. It can lead to anemia (not enough red blood cells), infections, and other complications.
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