Am I in crisis?

[SarahXo]

I have been suffering from occasional foot swelling and severe pain, for about 4-5yrs. It has recently become more frequent and more painful. Body is sore and always tired. However... I was told by doctor as a teen I have the sickle trait. My mother says I have sickle cell.

Can trait become actual sickle cell as you get older?

[onwa70]

Hi sarah.No the trait cannot become actual sickle cell.My advice is go for a genotype test.

As for the leg swelling try to reduce your sugar intake,less fizzy drinks and more water.Try this procedure for about a month.Take care of yourself and remain blessed.

[SarahXo in reply to onwa70]

Thank you. I have already cut back on the sugar and have cut soda out. I have supplemented soda with carbonated water. Love carbonation more then sugar or caffeine. You didn't mention salt. I'm cutting down on that too. I am in pain regardless of the swelling, which worries me

[Fonzz]

The sickle cell trait can’t become sickle cell however if you have the trait you can still experience pain crisis so please do look after yourself.

[Luvnuallways]

Hi SarahXo

It sounds like you suffered a pain crisis. All the same triggers that can trigger SCD crisis can trigger SCT pain crisis.

1. Stay hydrated

2. Avoid extremes of temperature

3. Avoid excessively strenuous exercise

4. Avoid elevations , flying, traveling by car long distances etc

Leg swelling is particularly serious because you have a higher chance of blood clots. If you are still having these symptoms please get a medical evaluation

There supplements that can decrease your risk of getting sick

Try green herb. I like green vibrancy brand

Noni juice

CBD oil

Keep looking around on the forum and you will see others like you

Also check out Waz Da Count on LA Talk Live. The older shows addressed illness from SCT.

God Bless you