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  • Sickle Cell Trait for Teens


    Sickle cell trait is a blood condition that gets passed down in families. Even though it doesn’t usually cause health problems, it's important to know if you have it.

  • Sickle Cell Disease for Kids


    Sickle cell disease is a disease of the blood. Red blood cells are shaped like sickles, and can get stuck, especially inside smaller blood vessels.

  • Sickle Cell Disease for Parents


    Sickle cell disease is a blood disorder that makes red blood cells change shape and cause health problems. Find out how to help your child.

  • Sickle Cell Trait for Parents


    Children who inherit one sickle cell gene have sickle cell trait. They usually don't get symptoms of sickle cell disease.

  • Sickle Cell Disease for Teens


    Sickle cell disease is a blood disorder that makes red blood cells change shape and cause health problems. Find out more in this article for teens.

  • Understanding Sickle Cell Disease for Parents


    Sickle cell disease is a blood disorder that makes red blood cells change shape. These sickle shaped cells get stuck together and block small blood vessels. This stops blood from moving as it should, which can lead to pain and organ damage.

  • Sickle Cell Disease (Topic Center) for Teens


    Want to learn all about sickle cell disease? You've come to the right place!

  • Sickle Cell Disease (Topic Center) for Parents


    If your child or teens has sickle cell disease, you can get the facts here.

  • Sickle Cell Trait (Topic Center) for Parents


    When a parent learns their child has sickle cell trait, they have questions. Find answers here.

  • A to Z: Sickle Cell Trait for Parents


    Learn about genetic disorders and diseases and conditions that affect the blood.