Sickle Cell Anemia: Symptoms and therapy
Brief overview Description: Hereditary disease in which the red blood cells (erythrocytes) become sickle-shaped Causes: Sickle cell anemia is caused by a defective gene that is responsible for the formation of hemoglobin (red blood pigment). Prognosis: Sickle cell anemia varies in severity. The earlier the symptoms are treated, the better the prognosis. If left untreated, … Sickle Cell Anemia: Symptoms and therapy
