Long-Term Effects of Chronic PainPain is the primary reason that people with sickle cell disease (SCD) visit the emergency room. It is an extremely common symptom for those living with SCD. Pain from SCD...reactions1comment
Lab-Grown Blood Research and Sickle Cell DiseaseIn late 2022, for the first time, scientists transfused lab-grown red blood cells into a person who was not the original cell donor. This exciting clinical trial in the UK...reactions1comment
Menopause and Sickle CellMany women with sickle cell disease (SCD) worry about how their health will change when they reach menopause. While there is still much to learn about the relationship between SCD...reactions1comment
Avascular Necrosis (AVN) and Sickle CellLike other parts of your body, your bones are composed of living cells that require a steady supply of blood to survive. When something interrupts this blood flow, bone tissue...reactionscomments
Legalization of Medical Marijuana: The Impact on Those Living With Chronic Health ConditionsSurveys show a majority of people in the United States are in favor of legalized marijuana for medical or recreational use. As of early 2022, cannabis for medical use, or...reactionscomments
American Society of Hematology Sickle Cell Patient Care GuidelinesPeople with sickle cell disease (SCD) often have a lot of pain. SCD pain can happen suddenly and be severe, or it can be long-term or chronic. Pain is a...reactionscomments
What's the Relationship Between Depression and Sickle Cell Symptoms and Complications?As a medical student, I'm often tasked with researching the intersection of different health conditions. Recently, I looked into the connection between sickle cell disease and mental health disorders. Vaso-occlusive...reactions1comment
What is Medical PTSD?Post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, is anxiety in the aftermath of a traumatic event. You may think of it happening to a soldier returning from war or a victim of...reactions2comments
What Is Sickle Cell Anemia?Sickle cell anemia (Hbss) is a condition of the red blood cells. It is part of a group of disorders called sickle cell disease. Sickle cell anemia is the most...reactionscomments
Sickle Cell & MalariaSickle cell trait (SCT) is caused by a gene mutation. This mutation changes a protein (hemoglobin) in red blood cells. SCT is also referred to as HbAS. Those with SCT...reactionscomments
Patient-Controlled Analgesia for Pain CrisesSickle cell disease (SCD) can be very painful, especially during an acute pain crisis. This is also called a sickle cell or vaso-occlusive crisis. They can be sudden and may...reactionscomments
Digital Health vs. Digital TherapeuticsTechnology is now a common way to deliver healthcare. Digital health products help prevent, diagnose, or manage chronic conditions. Devices range from wellness apps to artificial intelligence and wearable devices...reactionscomments
Staying Hydrated When You Have Sickle Cell DiseaseWhen you live with sickle cell disease (SCD), it is important to drink plenty of water and other fluids. This helps you to stay hydrated. If you become dehydrated, your...reactionscomments
Transgender Care and Sickle CellAbout 1.4 million adults in the United States identify as transgender. For transgender adults with sickle cell disease (SCD), necessary transgender care may be hard to access. Racial, gender, and...reactionscomments
Sickle Cell Disease and Oral HealthSickle cell disease (SCD) often causes problems with your immune system. This makes people with SCD more prone to infections. This includes infections in your mouth. Good oral health is...reactions1comment
Renal Medullary CarcinomaRenal medullary carcinoma (RMC) is a rare type of kidney cancer that mostly affects people with sickle cell trait. Most people with RMC are under 30 years old, and it...reactionscomments
Transitioning from Pediatric to Adult CareThe teen years are an important time for young people with sickle cell disease (SCD). Nine out of 10 young people with sickle cell live into adulthood. This means they...reactionscomments
What Are Digital Therapeutics?Digital therapeutics (DTx) first entered clinical discussions in the 1990s. The idea was that technology could improve healthcare access. It could help overcome barriers of location, time, and resources. This...reactionscomments
Nature's Impact on Our Physical and Mental HealthThere is growing evidence that spending time in nature can help people feel less depressed, anxious, or stressed. Maintaining our connection to nature can improve our quality of life and...reactionscomments
Will I Need to Pay to Be in a Clinical Trial?Clinical trials can provide an opportunity for patients to receive the latest treatment, provide a new treatment option for those whose previous treatment didn’t work, and allow patients to be...reactionscomments
