MedhopeHealthCentre.theni on Instagram: "Sickle Cell Anemia Key Symptoms and Complications: Pain Crises (Vaso-occlusive Episodes): Sudden, severe pain throughout the body—particularly in the chest, back, arms, and legs—caused by restricted blood flow. Anemia and Fatigue: A shortage of red blood cells causes extreme tiredness, weakness, and pale skin. Dactylitis (Hand-Foot Syndrome): Painful swelling of the hands and feet, often an early sign in infants. Frequent Infections: Damage to the spleen