Question

write short note on sickle cell anaemia : symptoms and treatment

Answer 1

Answer:

Without enough red blood cells, your body can't get enough oxygen, causing fatigue. Episodes of pain. Periodic episodes of pain, called pain crises, are a major symptom of sickle cell anemia. Pain develops when sickle-shaped red blood cells block blood flow through tiny blood vessels to your chest, abdomen and joints.

Explanation:

Symptoms of sickle cell anemia include:

Fatigue, shortness of breath, pale skin and fingernails due to anemia.

Recurrent bouts of pain in the abdomen, chest, back, arms or legs.

A yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes.

Slowed growth and delayed puberty in children.

Frequent infections.