Sickle Cell Anemia treatment in Pune

What is Sickle Cell Anemia?

Sickle cell anemia is a genetic blood disorder that affects the shape and function of red blood cells. In this condition, the red blood cells become crescent or “sickle” shaped, instead of the normal round, flexible shape. These sickle-shaped cells can get stuck in small blood vessels, blocking the flow of blood and oxygen to tissues in the body. Dr. Chandrakant Lahane expert in Sickle Cell Anemia treatment in Pune.

Types of Sickle Cell Anemia

There are several types of sickle cell anemia, including:

Sickle Cell Trait:

This is a milder form where a person inherits one sickle cell gene and one normal gene. They usually do not have symptoms but can pass the sickle cell gene to their children.

Sickle Cell Anemia :

This is the most severe form, where a person inherits two sickle cell genes, one from each parent.

Sickle Cell-Hemoglobin C Disease :

This occurs when a person inherits one sickle cell gene and one gene for a different abnormal hemoglobin called hemoglobin C.

Causes of Sickle Cell Anemia

Sickle cell anemia is caused by a genetic mutation in the hemoglobin gene. Hemoglobin is the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen throughout the body. The mutation causes the hemoglobin to form abnormal, sickle-shaped red blood cells.

Symptoms of Sickle Cell Anemia

The symptoms of sickle cell anemia can vary in severity and may include:

Frequent episodes of pain, called "sickle cell crises"
Anemia (low red blood cell count)
Frequent infections
Delayed growth and puberty
Stroke
Acute chest syndrome (a life-threatening complication)
Organ damage, such as to the spleen, liver, and kidneys

Treatments for Sickle Cell Anemia

Sickle Cell Anemia Treatment in Pune: While there is no cure for sickle cell anemia, various treatments are available to manage symptoms and complications.

Medications:
Antibiotics:
Pain Management:
Stem Cell Transplant:

Hydroxyurea, a medication that can help reduce the frequency and severity of sickle cell crises.

Blood Transfusions: Periodic blood transfusions can help increase the number of normal red blood cells and reduce the risk of complications.

Antibiotics are used to prevent and treat infections, which are common in people with sickle cell anemia.

Pain medication, fluids, and other supportive care are used to manage the severe pain associated with sickle cell crises.

In some cases, a stem cell transplant may be an option to replace the abnormal blood cells with healthy ones.

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