When a person acquires a normal gene and a sickle cell gene, the person is said to have a sickle cell trait (SCT). The difference between sickle cell trait and sickle cell disease (SCD) is that people with sickle cell trait do not exhibit any symptoms of sickle cell disease, and they pass their trait to their children. In sickle cell disease, the disk-shaped red blood cells become sickle-shaped due to defective hemoglobin. It is an inherited blood disorder. So children of SCD parents may develop SCD or SCT or be free from both. In some instances, people with SCT may experience heat stroke and muscular problems during dehydration and intense physical activity.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As per your description, your friend seems to be having sickle beta-thalassemia.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen the reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Thalassemia and sickle cell anemia are autosomal recessive disorders.
Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.Your attached report (attachment removed to protect patient identity) is suggestive of a sickle cell plus beta thalassemia combination case.
Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern.Do not worry. I am here to take care of you. Regarding your symptoms, I can see that your wife has a sickle cell trait.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have two issues. First is sickle cell, while small arteries like the penile artery can get blocked due to the disease process itself (as in your case).
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