More About Sickle Cell Disease

There are several types of sickle cell disease, the most common being sickle cell anemia (Hb SS Disease). Other types of sickle cell disease are caused by different variations in hemoglobin that in combination with hemoglobin S may cause problems. 

Sickle Cell Anemia

• Hemoglobin SS Disease or Sickle Cell Anemia
• Drepanocitosis o Anemia de Células Falciformes (Español)
• The Infant and Young Child With Sickle Cell Anemia
• Sickle Cell Anemia: A Parent's Guide for the School Age Child 

Other Types of Sickle Cell Disease

• Hemoglobin Sickle C Disease
• Sickle Beta Zero Thalassemia
• Sickle Beta+ Thalassemia

Potential Complications Related to Sickle Cell Disease

• Acute chest syndrome
• Aplastic crisis
• Pain in the child with sickle cell disease
• Pneumococcal infection and penicillin
• Priapism
• Sickle cell anemia and stroke
•  Splenic sequestration crisis 

Sickle Cell Resources 

View sickle cell resources including consultant and provider lists, educational information and videos, direct service and support organizations as well as other information.

Other Hemoglobin Disorders

Hemoglobin disorders (also known as hemoglobinopathies) are rare blood conditions that affect a person’s hemoglobin which is the protein in the blood that carries oxygen.