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What happens if your hemoglobin count is 5.6?

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 17 May 2023

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What are the symptoms and causes of anemia?

The symptoms of anemia comprises of breathlessness, fatigue, brittle nails, chest pain and unexplained paleness of the skin.

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Do any problems arise from controlling the breath?

No, usually there are no problems apart from heavy and deep breathing while controlling breathlessness.

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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.

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How can I tell if I have anemia?

Anemia does have prominent symptoms such as fatigue and pale skin which indicates low hemoglobin count. However, it is recommended to get a CBC test done to diagnose anemia.

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What does 'shortness of breath' actually mean?

Shortness of breathe actually means inability to breathe normally. A person with this condition usually breathes heavily and deeply.

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