Accelerated Aging in Young People with Sickle Cell Disease
Imagine being 15 years old but having a body that shows signs of aging as if you are decades older. For some young people with sickle cell disease (SCD), this is a reality. A new study published in Volume 16, Issue 21 of Aging shows that SCD causes the body to age much faster than normal. The research not only explains why this happens but also points to new ways to help people with the disease live healthier, longer lives. What Is Sickle Cell Disease? SCD is a genetic condition that changes the shape of red blood cells. Instead of being round, like a doughnut, the cells become curved like a…
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