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Sickle Cell Disease Module

Don't Forget the Bubbles

Infections, fever, acidosis, hypoxia, dehydration and exposure to extreme temperatures can trigger VOC even though often no cause is identified. Home analgesia: Advise families at home to increase fluid intake to avoid dehydration (dehydration will prolong painful episodes). Rotavirus gastroenteritis and dehydration C.

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NIPE

Mind The Bleep

Bruising- this can be common after a vaginal or instrumental birth or in babies who are large for gestational age, and should be documented carefully. If the fontanelle is sunken then the baby may be dehydrated and if they are bulging then this can be a sign of birth injury or hydrocephalus.