Your patient tells you he has a genetic disease but was not specific. He goes on to say that he had to have his spleen removed a few years ago. He called the ambulance today because he has severe pain in his arms, legs, and abdomen. What is a likely cause of this condition?
A. a stroke
B. a pulmonary embolism
C. a sickle cell crisis
D. a blood clot in the aorta
Answer: C