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.
What does bowlegged mean. 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.