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...reactions1comment
Restless Legs Syndrome in Children with Sickle Cell DiseaseRestless legs syndrome (RLS) is a neurological condition that disrupts sleep in children and adults. That is why it is also called...reactions3comments
Kidney TransplantTreating chronic kidney disease (CKD) begins with lifestyle changes and medicines to treat the health problems that arise from kidney damage. But...reactionscomments
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...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...reactionscomments
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...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...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...reactions1comment
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions1comment
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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
Not Always a Placebo! Types of Clinical TrialsWhen many people think of clinical trials, they may think of testing a new experimental drug or taking a placebo pill. But...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...reactionscomments
10 Things You Should Know About Clinical TrialsEach year thousands of clinical trials occur. Learning about clinical trials can feel like you are learning a new language. The good...reactions1comment
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...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...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...reactions2comments
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...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...reactionscomments
