Sickle cell anemia

Sickle cell anemias are chronic hemolytic diseases that may induce three types of acute accidents: severe anemia, severe bacterial infections, and ischemic vasoocclusive accidents (VOA) caused by sickle-shaped red blood cells obstructing small blood vessels and capillaries. Many diverse complications can occur.

Hemoglobinuria

The presence of free hemoglobin in the urine.


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PMID (PMCID)
7074213
 MALE Adult
Exercise-induced hemolysis in sickle cell anemia: shear sensitivity and erythrocyte dehydration.
Platt OS.
Blood. 1982;59(5):1055-60.
We describe a steady-state patient with sickle cell anemia (SS disease) who developed sporadic hemoglobinuria, historically related to vigorous exercise.