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A lesson learned

Before I got married I ran a genotype test,and the result came out that I as AA and my partner AS ,NOT knowing the lab attendant never carried out the...

Hi

Hello everyone, I am new here my name is Ifejesu I am a Nigerian, 19 years old and I have been having pains since I was little. And growing up...

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I might not reach my potential height

I think that one of the most depressing thing about being a sickler is living with the fear that you might never grow taller. I'm a secondary school senior and...

The many emotions of living with sickle cell

There are many aspects of sickle cell that bring up strong emotions for warriors. What emotions are you currently feeling and why?...

Emotional Support Animals

Do you have an animal that comforts you when experiencing pain or mental health issues due to your disease? Share about them here! (pictures encouraged :))...

Music Therapy

Have you used music (either playing or listening) to help cope with pain and other symptoms? If so, what have you found most helpful? What is your favorite type of...

Do you know any Ridiculous Myths about Sickle Cell

What are some of the things people in your community think sickle cell is? I’ll go first.. Here in Ghana, it is called worms.. many people believe that pain crises...

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What do you want your caregivers to know?

What's the #1 thing friends and family members can do to support you (something they may not think of) in your sickle cell journey?...

How to take care of a child living with sickle cell as a mother

A have a 4yrs old son living with sickle cell and it as not been an easy one,need advice and counsel on how to take good care of him...

Things never to say to a warrior

Last week's article talked about things you should never say to a warrior. What would you add to the list, or what has been said to you that was unkind/untrue?...

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