Sickle cell anemia is an inherited disorder that, in the U.S. affects mainly African-Americans and Hispanic Americans. Red blood cells become crescent-shaped because of a genetic defect. They break down rapidly, so oxygen does not get to the body's organs, causing anemia.
Definition of BOW. intransitive verb. 1. 2. : to bend the head, body, or knee in reverence, submission, or shame. 3. : to incline the head or body in salutation or assent or to acknowledge applause. 4. transitive verb. 1.
Bowlegs also referred to as Genu Varum or bandiness is a physical deformity which leads to outward bowing of the lower leg in relation to the thigh. The condition makes a personâs knees stay wide apart while standing with feet and ankles together, with the appearance of an archerâs bow.