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My son has the sickle cell trait and he is only 11. what important facts should i know about it?
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Keep it in mind.: Sickle trait can become an issue when you visit high altitudes or when dehydrated. Symptoms can include abdominal pain from a swelling of the spleen, or generalized pain. Also sickle trait can be passed on. There are parents who never knew they had sickle trait who have children who are diagnosed with sickle cell disease. Sickle trait is typically not a problem, but keep these things in mind.
Answered 10/5/2013
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