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Following a breakthrough 'cure' for sickle cell disease being approved on the NHS, the Mirror sat down with four British ...
Sickle Cell Disease is a genetic blood disorder characterised by the presence of sickle-shaped red blood cells, which can block blood flow, cause chronic pain, and lead to a host of physical ...
Sickle cell conditions are genetic blood disorders that affect haemoglobin, the molecule in red blood cells responsible for ...
In a new study, researchers found that the inflammation behind painful episodes in sickle cell disease are correlated with ...
Variations in inflammation may contribute to vaso-occlusive events (VOEs) during the menstrual cycles of women with SCD, per ...
sickle cell disease is among the fastest-growing genetic disorders in the UK, compelling many patients to undergo regular blood transfusions for survival. Symptoms can begin as early as six months ...
Hydroxyurea remains effective long-term in reducing emergency department visits and hospital days for children living with ...
Sickle cell disease, characterised by the abnormal sickle shape of red blood cells instead of the typical round form, is the UK's most rapidly expanding genetic disorder. This deformation causes ...
A marker linked to inflammation, C-reactive protein, may increase significantly during the follicular phase of the menstrual ...
The ministry of Health in Uganda has launched an extensive newborn screening initiative designed to tackle sickle cell ...
Thalassemia and Sickle Cell Anaemia are common genetic disorders, with options for treatment and prevention available.