What happens if your hemoglobin count is 5.6?

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What happens if your hemoglobin count is 5.6?

What happens if your hemoglobin count is 5.6?

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What happens if your hemoglobin count is 5.6?

5.6 hemoglobin is very low and can lead to dizziness and unexplained fatigue.The doctor may prescribe medications and an iron rich diet to resolve anemia.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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It is not harmful, however, 5.5 hemoglobin is very low and can lead to dizziness and unexplained fatigue.The doctor may prescribe medications and an iron rich diet to resolve anemia.

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