Because the lack of oxygen sickle cell anemia may cause many symptoms such as pain, infection, and fatigue.

The lack of oxygen causes pain which is referred to as pain crises. These pain attacks are usually sudden and occur without warning, and a person would require going to the hospital for effective treatment. Most children are pain free between their painful crises, but adults on the other hand may develop chronic pain.

Pain in the joints
Pain can be sudden in the chest
The whole body may become fatigue, dizziness, low oxygen in the body. or discomfort.

                                                                        Also common would be:
The abnormal breakdown of red blood cells, delayed development, inflamed fingers or toes, shortness of breath. or yellow skin and eyes.


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