Columnist Oluwatosin Adesoye explains how cardiomegaly, or an enlarged heart, is a potential comorbidity of sickle-shaped red blood cells. buff.ly/4aule0o #sicklecell #livingwithsicklecell #SCD #sicklecell disease #sicklecell anemia

The use of oxygen therapy in sickle cell disease is controversial. Learn when it should and should not be used: buff.ly/3WGaqIX

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The Colorado House of Representatives passed legislation that would establish a community outreach program for sickle cell disease. buff.ly/3UXH7k1 #sicklecell #livingwithsicklecell #SCD #sicklecell disease #sicklecell anemia

As columnist Dunstan Nicol-Wilson reflects on another year around the sun after his birthday, he's aware of his physical and mental health. buff.ly/3yiefKu #sicklecell #livingwithsicklecell #SCD #sicklecell disease #sicklecell anemia

Columnist Sylvia Amuta has been dealing with caregiver guilt, but recent conversations with her young cousin have shifted her perspective. buff.ly/4akwv34 #sicklecell #livingwithsicklecell #SCD #sicklecell disease #sicklecell anemia

Although columnist Mary Shaniqua is hesitant to join clinical trials, she's found another way to contribute to sickle cell research. buff.ly/3UzubPN #sicklecell #livingwithsicklecell #SCD #sicklecell disease #sicklecell anemia

Lyfgenia is a one-time gene therapy approved last year by the FDA to treat sickle cell patients, 12 and older, with a history of VOEs. buff.ly/3WyNkny #sicklecell #livingwithsicklecell #SCD #sicklecell disease #sicklecell anemia

Learn everything you need to know about blood transfusions for Sickle Cell Disease in this complete resource: buff.ly/4drEdez

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Oxbryta has become the first treatment for hemolytic anemia related to sickle cell to be recommended for NHS coverage by NICE. buff.ly/3y3NWr8 #sicklecell #livingwithsicklecell #SCD #sicklecell disease #sicklecell anemia

Columnist Mary Shaniqua explains why she hesitates to join a clinical trial, despite knowing that participation aids in treatment development. buff.ly/4bnpP5i #sicklecell #livingwithsicklecell #SCD #sicklecell disease #sicklecell anemia

Several therapies have been approved to help manage sickle cell disease and its related complications. Explore them here: buff.ly/4boNdzr

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Changes in how the brain works may lead to hypersensitivity to pain in sickle cell disease, not unlike sensitivity to pain in fibromyalgia. buff.ly/4bjyHsG #sicklecell #livingwithsicklecell #SCD #sicklecell disease #sicklecell anemia

A Phase 2 bone marrow transplant trial in SCD patients using haploidentical donors and lower intensity conditioning had high survival rates. buff.ly/4dnKGY3 #sicklecell #livingwithsicklecell #SCD #sicklecell disease #sicklecell anemia

As a disability rights advocate, columnist Mary Shaniqua stresses the need to create more access in London and everywhere. buff.ly/3JC7x4n #sicklecell #livingwithsicklecell #SCD #sicklecell disease #sicklecell anemia

Fertility tests in male adolescents with sickle cell may not be feasible if it implies travel to a reproductive center, a study suggests. buff.ly/3Jx3cPV #sicklecell #livingwithsicklecell #SCD #sicklecell disease #sicklecell anemia

A Canadian researcher won the 2023 Barer-Flood Prize for her work in developing iCanCope, a mobile app to aid in sickle cell pain management. buff.ly/3U7hcVt #sicklecell #livingwithsicklecell #SCD #sicklecell disease #sicklecell anemia

PH treatment riociguat safely lowered blood pressure in people with sickle cell disease, early findings from a clinical trial showed. buff.ly/4aEjEdc #sicklecell #livingwithsicklecell #SCD #sicklecell disease #sicklecell anemia

One of the things columnist Dunstan Nicol-Wilson likes most about being a mentor is the ability to help empower younger patients. buff.ly/4aUhLst #sicklecell #livingwithsicklecell #SCD #sicklecell disease #sicklecell anemia

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