TAILIEUCHUNG - Hydroxyurea Treatment for Sickle Cell Disease

Hydroxyurea was fi rst used as a treatment for cancer. It is a powerful medicine. But hydroxyurea is given at a much lower dose to children with sickle cell disease. No serious side effects have been seen in children with sickle cell disease. The dose used in the treatment of sickle cell disease does not cause the usual side effects seen with cancer treatment. It does not cause hair loss, vomiting, weakness, or loss of appetite. Many children with sickle cell disease have taken hydroxyurea for several years without problems. Hydroxyurea is very safe when given by medical specialists. | Before hydroxyurea After hydroxyurea Ỵ Hydroxyurea Treatment for Sickle Cell Disease St. Jude Children s Research Hospital ALSAC Danny Thomas Founder Finding cures. Saving children. Hydroxyurea Treatment for Sickle Cell Disease This document is not intended to take the place of the care and attention of your personal physician. Our aim is to promote active participation in your care and treatment by providing information and education. Questions about individual health concerns or specific treatment options should be discussed with your physician. For more general information on sickle cell disease please visit our Web site at sicklecell. Copyright 2008 St. Jude Children s Research Hospital This booklet was produced by St. Jude Children s Research Hospital Departments of Hematology Patient Education and Biomedical Communications. Funds were provided by St. Jude Children s Research Hospital ALSAC and a grant from the Plough Foundation .

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