What happen when hemoglobin reaches 16?
Hemoglobin levels are considered high in both males and females if they cross 16. 16 is okay and one can keep a track so that it doesnt exceed higher limits of hemoglobin counts.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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.
Usually, there are no side effects of iron injections. However, certain patients have reported that you may experience swelling, nausea or GERD problems post taking the injections.
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.
Hemoglobin levels can decrease speedily during operative procedures and unhealthy regimes. The effect can be seen as early as two weeks.
One way to increase hemoglobin content in the blood is to increase your iron intake. You can do this by eating foods rich in iron. These include spinach, liver and organ meat, cabbage, green beans, and tofu. Folate is a vitamin that your body uses to create haem and is present in spinach, rice, and meat. This way you can increase your hemoglobin levels quickly without medications.
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