Anemia - sickle cell; Hemoglobin SS disease (Hb SS); Sickle cell
disease The goal of treatment is to manage and control symptoms,
and to limit the number of crises. Patients with sickle cell
disease need ongoing treatment, even when they are not having a
painful crisis. Folic acid supplements should be taken. Folic
acid is needed to make red blood cells. Treatment for a sickle
cell crisis includes: Other treatments for sickle cell anemia
may include: Treatments for complications of sickle cell anemia
may include: Bone marrow or stem cell transplants can cure
sickle cell anemia. However, they are current not an option for
most patients. Sickle cell anemia patients are often unable to
find well-matched donors. Joining a support group where members
share common experiences can relieve the stress related to
caring for someone with a chronic disease. See: Sickle cell
anemia - support group In the past, sickle cell patients often
died from organ failure between ages 20 and 40. Thanks to a
better understanding and m