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Feb 21, 2025 · Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a group of inherited blood disorders. Abnormal hemoglobin is produced. Red blood cells become hard and sticky and get stuck in small blood vessels, resulting …
Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) Symptoms, Causes & Types
Sickle cell disease (SCD) is an inherited blood disorder. It causes your red blood cells to form into a “C” shape. It can cause pain and serious complications.
Sickle Cell Disease - Johns Hopkins Medicine
What is sickle cell disease? Sickle cell disease (SCD) is an inherited blood disorder. That means it is passed down from a parent’s genes. It causes the body to make abnormal hemoglobin. Hemoglobin …
Sickle cell disease - Wikipedia
Sickle cell disease (SCD), also simply called sickle cell, is a group of inherited haemoglobin-related blood disorders. [2] The most common type is known as sickle cell anemia. [2]
Sickle Cell Disease - What Is Sickle Cell Disease? | NHLBI, NIH
Dec 10, 2025 · Sickle cell disease — also called sickle cell anemia — is a group of inherited disorders that affect hemoglobin , the major protein that carries oxygen in red blood cells. Normally, red blood …
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Sickle Cell Disease Association of America, Inc. (SCDAA) actively works with legislators and regulators at both the state and federal levels to advance SCD policies.
Sickle Cell Disease (SCD): Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
Sep 28, 2025 · Sickle cell disease (SCD) is an inherited blood disorder that affects red blood cells. Common symptoms include anemia, fatigue, severe pain, and swelling.
Sickle cell anemia - Symptoms & causes - Mayo Clinic
Sep 12, 2025 · Sickle cell anemia is one of a group of inherited disorders known as sickle cell disease. It affects the shape of red blood cells, which carry oxygen to all parts of the body. Red blood cells are …
Sickle Cell Association of Texas Marc Thomas Foundation
Nov 9, 2017 · We understand that sickle cell disease is more than a total body disorder. It affects the body, mind, emotions, finances and other areas in your life. Let us help you navigate living with this …
Sickle Cell Resources | Texas DSHS
Evidence-Based Management of Sickle Cell Disease: Expert Panel Report, 2014 – National Institutes of Health (NIH) guidelines for providers to help people living with SCD get appropriate care.