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Does blood sugar affect hemoglobin levels?

Does blood sugar affect hemoglobin levels?

Patients with diabetes are more susceptible to anemia. So, maintain your blood sugar levels and stay vigilant about anemia. Check your blood sugar levels regularly.

Last updated on 17 May 2023

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What hemoglobin level is dangerously low?

Hemoglobin levels are considered low if they are below 12 in women, and below 13 in males.

Last updated on 17 May 2023

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My hemoglobin is 17.4. Am I okay?

In males, a healthy hemoglobin level is between 13.2 and 16.6 grams per deciliter of blood (g/dL). In females, a hemoglobin count of between 11.6 and 15 g/dL is considered normal and healthy. 17.4 is slightly on the higher side you must consult a doctor specially if you are feeling tired and bruising easily.

Last updated on 17 May 2023

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Why is my blood thick and my hemoglobin high?

Higher values of hemoglobin that is more than 16-17 in men and women indicate a underlying medical condition. This happens mostly because your body requires an increased oxygen carrying capacity. Additionally, it has been reported that it thickens the blood too making the body suceptible to medical conditions such as headaches.

Last updated on 17 May 2023

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Why did my hemoglobin drop in 2 weeks from 12 to 11.7?

If you are not undergoing chemotherapy and there is a drop in hemoglobin levels then it means you are under stress or not eating nutricious meals. This might be a possible cause for the drop in hemoglobin levels in two weeks.

Last updated on 17 May 2023

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How much can your A1C drop in 3 months?

If you have good control over diabetes then the good news is that HBA1C can drop by 10%. But if your levels are higher than 7.5 then the drop is slower.

Last updated on 17 May 2023

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