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Sickle cell disease is the name for a group of inherited conditions that affect the red blood cells. The most serious type is called sickle cell anaemia.
Articles for Sickle cell anaemia
Carriers
Read about how to find out if you're a carrier of sickle cell and what it means for your health and any children you may have.
Causes
Read about what causes sickle cell disease, how it's inherited and how it affects the body.
Diagnosis
Read about testing for sickle cell disease, including screening during pregnancy, newborn screening and tests to find out if you're a carrier of the sickle cell trait.
Introduction
Find out about sickle cell disease, a serious inherited blood disorder where the red blood cells develop abnormally. Find out about the symptoms, causes and treatments.
Self-help
Read advice about living with sickle cell disease, including how to avoid pain and infections, when to get medical advice and getting pregnant.
Symptoms
Read about the possible symptoms of sickle cell disease, including painful episodes (crises), infections and anaemia.
Treatment
Read about the main treatments for sickle cell disease, including medications to prevent pain, blood transfusions and stem cell transplants.
