Frequently asked question: How are severe cases of sickle cell disease treated?

In particularly severe cases of sickle cell disease, doctors may prescribe medication such as hydroxycarbamide (Hydrea) or you may need blood transfusions or exchange transfusions. If such measures do not help to alleviate the symptoms, a stem cell or bone marrow transplant may be considered.

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