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What is a sickle cell crisis and how does it relate to anemia?
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See below: The hallmark of sickle cell disease is the sickle cell crisis (also sometimes known as a vaso-occlusive crisis), which is an episode of pain. It is the most common reason for hospitalization in sickle cell disease. Ssd is a type of anemia.
Answered 11/7/2012
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