Sickle Cell Anaemia in Pregnancy Treatment in PCMC, Pune - Srushti Hospital and IVF Center
Searching for sickle cell anaemia in pregnancy care near me in PCMC or Pune? Srushti Hospital and IVF Center is on Dange Chowk Road in Thergaon, reachable from Wakad, Dange Chowk and across Pimpri-Chinchwad. Srushti Hospital and IVF Center provides the facility for antenatal screening and monitoring under Dr. Nikhil A. Mahadar, gynecologist in PCMC, at a single location.
Srushti Hospital and IVF Center in Thergaon, PCMC, manages sickle cell anaemia in pregnancy under Dr. Nikhil A. Mahadar, gynecologist in PCMC, covering screening, pain crisis awareness and same-visit growth monitoring for couples in PCMC and Pune.
What Is Sickle Cell Anaemia?
Sickle cell anaemia is an inherited blood disorder in which red blood cells become rigid and crescent-shaped instead of round and flexible. These sickle-shaped cells can block blood flow and break down faster than normal red blood cells, which causes anaemia and can lead to episodes of pain and other complications.
As a gynecologist in PCMC, Dr. Nikhil A. Mahadar includes sickle cell screening as part of routine antenatal blood work, since pregnancy changes how the body needs to manage this condition and early knowledge allows better planning.
Why Screening Matters in Pregnancy
Antenatal blood tests generally include sickle cell screening. If the mother is found to carry the trait or have the disease, testing the partner is recommended, since the combination of both partners’ genetic status determines the chance of the baby inheriting sickle cell disease.
Sickle cell trait alone does not generally complicate pregnancy in the way sickle cell disease can. The screening exists to identify which situation applies, so appropriate monitoring and genetic counselling can happen early.
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Types and Related Conditions
Sickle cell trait (carrier)
One copy of the sickle gene. Most carriers have no symptoms and lead entirely normal lives, but can pass the gene to their children.
Sickle cell disease
Two copies of the sickle gene, or one sickle gene combined with another abnormal haemoglobin gene. This causes the actual disease, with anaemia and a risk of pain crises and other complications.
Sickle cell-beta thalassemia
A combined form involving both a sickle gene and a thalassemia gene, with severity that varies depending on the specific combination.
Why Screening Matters in Pregnancy
Antenatal blood tests generally include sickle cell screening. If the mother is found to carry the trait or have the disease, testing the partner is recommended, since the combination of both partners’ genetic status determines the chance of the baby inheriting sickle cell disease.
Sickle cell trait alone does not generally complicate pregnancy in the way sickle cell disease can. The screening exists to identify which situation applies, so appropriate monitoring and genetic counselling can happen early.
How Sickle Cell Anaemia Can Affect Pregnancy
For women with sickle cell disease specifically, pregnancy can involve:
- An increased frequency of pain crises
- A higher risk of infections
- An increased risk of blood clots
- A higher risk of pre-eclampsia
- A higher chance of the baby's growth needing closer monitoring
Sickle cell trait carriers without the disease generally do not face these increased risks, which is why distinguishing between trait and disease matters for understanding what applies to you.
Warning Signs That Need Urgent Attention
If you have sickle cell disease and are pregnant, seek urgent medical care for any of the following:
- Sudden, severe pain, which may indicate a pain crisis
- Fever, since infection risk is higher with sickle cell disease
- Difficulty breathing or chest pain, which can indicate acute chest syndrome, a serious complication
- Sudden severe headache or vision changes
- Reduced baby movements
Sickle cell trait carriers without the disease generally do not face these increased risks, which is why distinguishing between trait and disease matters for understanding what applies to you.
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Managing Sickle Cell Anaemia During Pregnancy
- Folic acid supplementation. Generally recommended, since red blood cell turnover is higher in sickle cell disease.
- Regular, closer monitoring. More frequent antenatal visits than a standard pregnancy, particularly for sickle cell disease.
- Same-visit growth scans. Performed personally by Dr. Mahadar, given the higher chance of growth changes needing follow-up.
- Pre-eclampsia monitoring. Blood pressure and urine checks at every visit, given the increased risk.
- Haematologist coordination. For pain crisis management, infection treatment and any transfusion needs, Dr. Mahadar coordinates with a haematologist rather than managing this independently.
Delivery Planning
Sickle cell trait alone generally does not change delivery planning. For sickle cell disease, Dr. Mahadar plans delivery with closer monitoring in mind, coordinating with a haematologist where needed, so the approach is decided in advance rather than during labour.
Why Choose Srushti Hospital and IVF Center
- Sickle cell screening as routine antenatal care. Included as standard in the antenatal blood work Dr. Mahadar, gynecologist in PCMC, orders.
- Same-visit growth monitoring. Ultrasound performed personally through pregnancy.
- Coordinated care for sickle cell disease. Working alongside a haematologist when needed, rather than in isolation.
- Delivery planned in advance. Not decided for the first time during labour.
- Reasonable, transparent pricing. A flat ₹500 consultation fee, with any further testing cost confirmed upfront.
Frequently Asked Questions
Sickle cell trait means carrying one copy of the sickle gene, generally with no symptoms. Sickle cell disease means having two copies, or one sickle gene plus another abnormal haemoglobin gene, which causes the actual disease with anaemia and a risk of complications.
Generally not in the way sickle cell disease does. Screening matters mainly for what it reveals about the baby’s risk if the partner is also a carrier.
A pain crisis is a sudden episode of severe pain caused by sickle-shaped cells blocking blood flow. It needs prompt medical evaluation and is more likely to occur during pregnancy for women with sickle cell disease.
If both parents carry the sickle gene, or one carries it and the other has another abnormal haemoglobin gene, there is a chance the baby could inherit sickle cell disease. Dr. Mahadar discusses genetic counselling if this applies to you.
Yes. Sickle cell screening is generally included as part of routine antenatal blood work.
Generally yes. More frequent antenatal visits, closer growth monitoring and pre-eclampsia checks are common, coordinated alongside a haematologist for sickle cell-specific care.
Seek urgent medical care promptly, since this may indicate a pain crisis that needs prompt evaluation and management.
The consultation fee is ₹500 per visit. Call ahead to confirm whether the same fee applies to a follow-up visit.
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