Hey everyone! I wanted to chat about sickle cell disease—I’ve been learning more about it lately and it’s honestly such a challenging condition. For those who don’t know, it affects the red blood cells, causing them to form sickle shapes instead of being round, which leads to blockages and pain. I’ve read that pain crises can be super intense and lasting. I’m curious if anyone here has tips for managing those or knows more about how genetics plays a role. Would love to hear anyone’s personal experiences or advice!