Do people die from sickle cell anaemia?

Sickle cell anemia is a serious genetic blood disorder that can lead to a number of life-threatening complications, including:

- Severe pain episodes, known as crises, which can affect the joints, bones, and other parts of the body

- Damage to organs, including the heart, lungs, kidneys, and liver

- Infections, such as pneumonia and sepsis

- Stroke

- Pulmonary embolism

- Death

While the average life expectancy for people with sickle cell anemia has increased significantly in recent decades, due to advances in treatment, it is still lower than the average life expectancy for the general population. The exact life expectancy for people with sickle cell anemia varies depending on the severity of the disease and the quality of medical care available.

With proper medical care, many people with sickle cell anemia are able to live full and productive lives. However, the condition can be debilitating and even fatal in some cases.