Sickle Cell Anemia: Symptoms and Treatment entry 5

There are several signs and symptoms to having SCD. Most common symptom is the aches and pain to the chest, joints, and limbs. This happens due to the lack of blood flow and oxygen which is not able to be distributed through out the body. Blood transfusions is a very affective way to treat SCD.
Taking Hydroxyurea every day can prevent a crises. Eating right and also exercising also helps SCD symptoms. People living with SCD average about 3 crises a year or even more depending on how they take care of their selves. Also taking the advice from doctors play a key role in patients health.