September is "Sickle Cell Awareness - Month" and since the month began, a lot of vital information has been disseminated to members of the public by stakeholders and related Organisations but out of the many, I am moved to re-visit the all time controversial topic of ROMANCE between people with the AS, SS and SC genotypes. What is the true professional position about the matter? Watch the short video below to find out what the Founder/Chairman of The Sickle Cell Foundation of Nigeria, Prof. Olu Akinyanju, had to say when I had a chat with him at The Lagos Network Centre of The Nigerian Television Authority over 5 years ago.
With regards to dating/marriage, I am not by this post, giving any form of advise to people living with the trait or disease. I am not saying," begin to date/marry or not" but there is a professional position on the matter, that should serve as a guide for people in difficult romantic positions and needing to make a decision. Knowledge is key and it can make all the difference in your approach towards getting a 360 degree view on staying physically and emotionally stable, as the case maybe. Tell me what you think in the comment section below but most importantly, continue as much as possible , to do all that is required to stay well. From London with love - Cheers!
Dr. Oghenekevwe Daniel Ogidigben.
I understand the angle the Prof is coming from,moreover marriage is the choice of two individuals but personally i would not encourage 90% of the populace in Nigeria to go ahead with the marriage if there is a chance of having a child with SCD. If you have worked in the northern part of the country, you will agree with me that aside from the strain on families, it's not fair for the child to bear the brunt of your love.
ReplyDeleteThank you.
DeleteWell, thank God that the religious houses are also taking steps to preach this gospel of two carriers not getting married which is also a step in the right direction because that where you will find "the I reject it ".Nice one doctor Kevwe
ReplyDeleteI understand the point of the professor, but honestly it's highly risky for people who know their genotype is not a good match to get married. But if there are medical options that guarantee the safety of the children and which the couple can afford then I see no problem on it. Thanks
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