Sickle Cell Anemia Archives

Jul 01

Hereditary and Acquired Anemia: Causes, Pathophysiology, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention

Anemia is a condition characterized by a deficiency in the number or quality of red blood cells (RBCs) or hemoglobin, leading to reduced oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood. Anemia can be broadly categorized into hereditary and acquired types, based on its underlying cause. This note explores the causes, pathophysiology, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of […]

Jun 29

Sickle Cell Anemia: Genetic Basis, Pathophysiology, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention

Sickle cell anemia is a hereditary blood disorder characterized by the production of abnormal hemoglobin, known as hemoglobin S (HbS). This leads to the deformation of red blood cells into a sickle shape, which causes various complications including pain, anemia, infections, and organ damage. This note explores the genetic basis, pathophysiology, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and […]