Sickle cell disease can affect reproductive and sexual health of men and women. Men can have priapism (an erection lasting 4 or more hours), which can lead to sexual problems. Women face high-risk pregnancies, which could also worsen sickle cell symptoms.| NHLBI, NIH
This booklet provides an overview of anemia for health consumers, covering causes, risk factors, diagnosis, and treatment. Also addresses major types of anemia:| NHLBI, NIH
Anemia is a common condition that occurs when your blood has a lower-than-normal amount of red blood cells or hemoglobin. Anemia can be inherited or acquired. Learn about the causes, symptoms, and treatments for anemia.| NHLBI, NIH