‘Gives you hope’: New sickle cell treatments reduce chronic pain, extend lifespan

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Sickle cell anemia can be one of the most painful and difficult diseases to manage.

According to the National Heart, Blood, and Lung Institute (NHBLI), those with sickle cell disease have misshapen red blood cells due to a gene mutation. This can block blood flow to the rest of the body.

Now, a game-changing treatment is available right here in Charlotte…

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