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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 12 Dec 2024
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Does anemia cause respiratory issues?
If you have anemia, you are likely to suffer from shortness of breathe because there is less oxygen carrying capacity in the cells. Report such issues to a doctor so that you can resolve your anemia and respiratory difficulties.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
What do you mean by anemia, and how will it be cured?
Anemia is a condition in which the hemoglobin count is low due to lifestyle and certain factors. To resolve anemia one should eat iron fortified meals and take medications to boost hemoglobin count at the earliest.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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 12 Dec 2024
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