# data[].attributes.body
- Disorder that affects oxygen getting to red blood cells.
- These red blood cells will die early.

# data[].attributes.body
Red blood cells turn into a sickle shape.

# data[].attributes.body
The sickle shape can cause blockage.

# data[].attributes.body
The life expectancy has increased from 15 years to 50 years since 1916.

# data[].attributes.body
Inherited in an autosomal recessive pattern.

# data[].attributes.body
- Infections.
- Episodes of pain.
- Shortness of breath/fatigue.
- Yellowing of skin and eyes.

# data[].attributes.body
- Newborns are tested in the hospital.
- Anyone can be tested.

# data[].attributes.body
- Bone marrow transplant.
- Medication to reduce pain.
- Blood transfusion.

# data[].attributes.body
Families with sickle cell disease generally don't have many appearance defects.