“During the crisis, organs, including the kidneys, liver and spleen, are damaged, causing excruciating pain, usually in the joints” (Northen). Just like you, the organs in your body need oxygen. Whether it's anemia or sickle cell crisis, a lack of oxygen can cause acute or severe organ damage. The longer the organs are without oxygen, the more damage the organ will have as it will begin to shut down. Organ damage can lead to infections and other complications. Infections that are difficult to fight for a person with sickle cell anemia. A stroke could occur due to lack of oxygen to the brain. Strokes are a high risk for anyone with sickle cell disease. During a stroke, brain cells can die, causing further ones