How can a sickle cell patient limit hospital visits?

See Hematologist: Often close outpatient management and medications to minimize the number of sickled cells can keep patients from severe crises and er visits.

Avoid extremes: At times it is unavoidable, but few things you can do to reduce the risk/chance--always stay well hydrated. Avoid extraneous activities, excessive heat/cold, minimize alcohol use, don't smoke/use drugs, get vaccinated for pneumonia/flu etc...And see your primary doc on a regular basis for check-ups etc... Good luck.