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Ultrasound Of Urinary Organ In Sickle Cell Disease
Treatment of Complications
Treatment of Pain
The basic objectives for managing a sickle cell crisis are control of pain and rehydration by administration of fluids. Oxygen is typically given for acute chest syndrome. Pain medications can help reduce the severe pain of sickle cell crises. These medications can range from non-prescription pain relievers such as acetaminophen or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, to more powerful narcotics such as the opioid drug morphine. Corticosteroid drugs...
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