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What is the definition of Hemoglobin SC Disease?

Hemoglobin SC disease, is a type of sickle cell disease, which means it affects the shape of the red blood cells. Red blood cells contain a protein called hemoglobin, which is responsible for carrying blood throughout the body. People with Hemoglobin SC disease have red blood cells that are differently shaped and therefore do not carry oxygen as effectively. Symptoms of Hemoglobin SC disease include anemia and episodes of fatigue and extreme pain (vaso-occlusive crisis). The severity of the symptoms can vary from person to person. Hemoglobin SC disease is caused by genetic changes in the gene that tells our bodies how to make hemoglobin. These genetic changes cause changes in the shape of the red blood cells. People affected by Hemoglobin SC disease need to be especially careful to avoid infection and should be checked regularly by doctors to make sure all of the organs in the body are functioning properly. In times when the anemia becomes severe, a person affected by Hemoglobin SC disease may require a blood transfusion. A bone marrow transplant may also be recommended depending on the severity of the symptoms.

What are the alternative names for Hemoglobin SC Disease?

Hemoglobin SC disease
HbSC disease
Sickle cell - hemoglobin C disease
Sickle cell-hemoglobin C disease syndrome

Who are the top Hemoglobin SC Disease Local Doctors?

Distinguished in Hemoglobin SC Disease

Dr. Jay D. Walls

Hematology Oncology | Oncology

Distinguished in Hemoglobin SC Disease

Dr. Jay D. Walls

Hematology Oncology | Oncology

Prisma Health University Medical Group

3 Butternut Dr, Suite B,

Greenville, SC

864-241-7272

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Jay Walls is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and an Oncologist in Greenville, South Carolina. Dr. Walls is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemoglobin SC Disease. His top areas of expertise are Essential Thrombocythemia, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Sickle Cell Disease, Hemoglobin SC Disease, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Walls is currently accepting new patients.

Advanced in Hemoglobin SC Disease

Dr. Daniel A. Landau

Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology

Advanced in Hemoglobin SC Disease

Dr. Daniel A. Landau

Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology

Musc Community Physicians

3000 Saint Matthews Rd,

Orangeburg, SC

803-395-3400

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Daniel Landau is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Orangeburg, South Carolina. Dr. Landau is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemoglobin SC Disease. His top areas of expertise are WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Clear Cell Sarcoma, Familial Prostate Cancer, Multiple Myeloma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Landau is currently accepting new patients.

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Experienced in Hemoglobin SC Disease

Dr. Kristina J. Harrell

Hematology | Oncology

Experienced in Hemoglobin SC Disease

Dr. Kristina J. Harrell

Hematology | Oncology

Atrium Health Levine Children’s Cancer & Blood Disorders, A Facility Of Carolinas Medical Center

1001 Blythe Blvd., Suite 3000,

Charlotte, NC

704-381-9900

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Kristina Harrell is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Harrell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemoglobin SC Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Sickle Cell Disease, Hemoglobin SC Disease, Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP), and Anemia. Dr. Harrell is currently accepting new patients.