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sickle-cell anaemia (n)

a congenital form of anemia occurring mostly in blacks; characterized by abnormal blood cells having a crescent shape

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What is the meaning of the word sickle-cell anaemia

a congenital form of anemia occurring mostly in blacks; characterized by abnormal blood cells having a crescent shape

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Sickle-cell anaemia is an inherited blood disorder characterized by abnormal haemoglobin molecules.

The presence of sickle-shaped red blood cells in people with sickle-cell anaemia causes tissue damage and recurring episodes of severe pain.

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Managing sickle-cell anaemia involves pain management, blood transfusions, and hydroxyurea therapy.

Individuals with sickle-cell anaemia have an increased risk of developing infections, strokes, and organ damage.