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What will happen if hemoglobin is at a 5.7 count?
What will happen if hemoglobin is at a 5.7 count?
What will happen if hemoglobin is at a 5.7 count?
5.7 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 17 May 2023
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Why is it difficult to breathe in high humidity?
Humid air is dense, due to the high water content. This density can increase airway resistance in the body. Due to this one might find breathing difficult especially in humid climate.
Last updated on 17 May 2023
Does soy increase hemoglobin?
There is no evidence that soy increases hemoglobin count in the body.
Last updated on 17 May 2023
What happens if you leave anemia untreated for too long?
Anemia results in a decreased oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood. In the short term, the body can compensate with an increase in heart rate and respiratory rate. If left untreated, anemia can cause multi-organ failure.
Last updated on 17 May 2023
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