The Inequality of Pain Control in Patients With Pain From Sickle Cell Disease: A Case Report

Cherie Cofield; Keonna Tolbert Tyner

doi:10.1016/j.pedhc.2023.10.013

The Inequality of Pain Control in Patients With Pain From Sickle Cell Disease: A Case Report

J Pediatr Health Care. 2024 Mar-Apr;38(2):275-278. doi: 10.1016/j.pedhc.2023.10.013.

Authors

Cherie Cofield, Keonna Tolbert Tyner

PMID: 38429041
DOI: 10.1016/j.pedhc.2023.10.013

Abstract

Approximately 100,000 people in the United States are affected by Sickle Cell Disease (SCD). Acute pain and chronic pain are common and are experienced by everyone with SCD. Children and adolescents who had pain from SCD reported daily pain, decreased function, missed school/workdays, and limited participation in recreational and social activities. This case report aims to highlight the lack of diversity, equity, and inclusion of pain control through the lens of a patient with SCD to improve clinical practice.

Keywords: Case report; pain inequality; pain management; sickle cell disease.

Publication types

Case Reports

MeSH terms

Adolescent
Anemia, Sickle Cell* / complications
Child
Chronic Pain* / etiology
Humans
Pain Management
Schools
Social Behavior