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How do I to treat high hemoglobin?

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How do I to treat high hemoglobin?

One can check with the doctor if excess red blood cells need to be removed from the body. Otherwise change in diet can also help in reducing high amounts of hemoglobin such as eating nuts and legumes daily.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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Are RBC of 5.52 and HGB of 16.7 considered as high?

Yes, it is considered slightly high. Do not neglect.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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Is high hemoglobin level dangerous? Why?

Yes, constant high levels of hemoglobin occurs due to lack of oxygen in the blood. It is dangerous because it can cause blood clots.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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In which part of the blood hemoglobin is present?

About 70 percent of your body's iron is found in the red blood cells of your blood called hemoglobin and in muscle cells called myoglobin.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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How do I increase my hemoglobin levels?

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.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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Why does polycythemia vera cause itchiness?

Research has shown that people with Polycythemia tend to have higher levels of mast cells in their blood. Mast cells are involved in the immune system's allergic response. They release histamines, which cause allergic symptoms, including itching skin

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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