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Why might I have difficult or labored breathing?
Why might I have difficult or labored breathing?
Why might I have difficult or labored breathing?
The symptoms of anemia comprises of breathlessness, fatigue, brittle nails, chest pain and unexplained paleness of the skin.Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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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 12 Dec 2024
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Is a 5.5 hemoglobin harmful?
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.Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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Can shortness of breath at night be related to iron deficiency?
Yes, shortness of breathe at night or morning can indicate that you might have anemia. Get a blood test done to confirm the same.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
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Does soy increase hemoglobin?
There is no evidence that soy increases hemoglobin count in the body.Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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