There are no proven methods for preventing either sickle cell crises or long-term complications of sickle cell disease. By taking precautions and aggressively managing problems that occur, however, patients are now living longer, with a better quality of life.
To prevent or reduce the severity of long-term complications, a number of precautions may be helpful:
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