Question

A 28-year-old man of African origin is found to carry sickle cell trait on screening. He is asymptomatic. What is the most appropriate counselling point?

Accepted Answer

He should be informed that his children may be at risk if his partner is also a carrier

Answer

He will inevitably develop severe sickle crises

Answer

He has no implications for future offspring

Answer

He must avoid all physical activity

Answer

He cannot travel by air

Practice question

A 28-year-old man of African origin is found to carry sickle cell trait on screening. He is asymptomatic. What is the most appropriate counselling point?