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I have sickle cell trait, during a basketball game my knee went out lost feeling and swelled up, i can't run nomore is this a bad sign of the trait?
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Let me help you: Individuals with sickle cell trait carry only one defective gene and typically live normal lives. Rarely, extreme conditions such as severe dehydration and high-intensity physical activity can lead to serious health issues, including sudden death, in these individuals. I do believe your injury like any athlete injury .Go and take care of it and continue your sport. Readbelow web site.
Answered 9/16/2013
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No: Sickle cell trait is unlikely to be responsible for a traumatic knee injury. You should be evaluated by an orthopedic surgeon to determine the type of damage and severity of your knee injury.
Answered 11/27/2017
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