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Sickle cell patients are often misdiagnosed. Researchers, lawmakers are trying to change that

Por: ABC7 Health September 29, 2022

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.Caivano said the genetic condition affects 100,000 people in the U.S. each year. The disease disproportionately affects Black Americans, but it can affect people of all races.It occurs when blood cells form into sickle shapes. When it clots, it causes painful episodes.It can cut off oxygen to organs, causing chronic pain, acute pain and also organ damage over time, Caivano added.Although stroke is a common complication, a new CDC study finds... + full article



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