Spoken Word Poet: Jasmine Bailey
Jasmine Bailey was a spoken word poet and sickle cell advocate. Bailey was diagnosed with sickle cell anemia at birth, and strived to support those who are affected by the disease.
December 6, 2015
Indicators of an Emergency Situation
Patients and families should watch for the following conditions that need an urgent medical evaluation:
• Fever of 101° F or higher
• Chest pain
• Shortness of breath
• Increasing tiredness
• Abdominal swelling
• Unusual headache
• Any sudden weakness or loss of feeling
• Pain that will not go away with home treatment
• Priapism (painful erection that will not go down)
• Sudden vision change
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