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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.

Chest tightness

An unpleasant sensation of tightness or pressure in the chest.

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24232306	MALE	Adult
	Ketamine infusion for sickle cell pain crisis refractory to opioids: a case report and review of literature.
	Uprety D, Baber A, Foy M. Ann Hematol. 2014;93(5):769-71.
	A 31-year-old African-American male with history of sickle cell disease presented to the emergency department with complaints of chest tightness, multiple joint pain, and headache for 1 week.