Symptoms of Sickle Cell Anemia

Sickle Cell Disease can be very deadly if not treated for. In order to get a good treatment, it is better to be diagnosed early, so you can get the appropriate treatment for this disease. Some symptoms include:

• Altitude sickness
• Shortness of breath
• Dizziness
• Frequent headaches
• Sudden pain throughout the body

If not treated early, this could lead to sickle cells being evident in the lungs, bones, and joints. This can easily be stopped if diagnosed early. Make sure to have a blood test done if you feel like the symptoms listed above are frequent.