Sickle Cell Disease

This book covers the practical aspects of the social and psychosocial studies of individuals affected by sickle cell disease in the UK, USA, Africa and elsewhere. Information is presented in the context of the medical and social background to the condition, the experience of sufferers and their families and the levels and types of service provision available. Wherever possible, comparisons are made with other chronic illnesses, such as diabetes, haemophilia and asthma.