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What is the side effect of iron injection?

What is the side effect of iron injection?

Usually, there are no side effects of iron injections. However, certain patients have reported that you may experience swelling, nausea or GERD problems post taking the injections.

Last updated on 17 May 2023

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I have an HB level of 19.4. Is that fatal for me?

No, it is not dangerous. It can be resolved with diet and medications. However, if left untreated it can lead to blood clots, heart attack and strokes.

Last updated on 17 May 2023

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Does drinking water before blood test affect results?

Drinking water does not affect the blood test results hugely. However, if you have been asked to fast then maintain a fasting timings of a minimum 8 hours and maximum 12 hours. During this time, you can sip water if you are feeling dehydrated.

Last updated on 17 May 2023

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Why is my blood thick and my hemoglobin high?

Higher values of hemoglobin that is more than 16-17 in men and women indicate a underlying medical condition. This happens mostly because your body requires an increased oxygen carrying capacity. Additionally, it has been reported that it thickens the blood too making the body suceptible to medical conditions such as headaches.

Last updated on 17 May 2023

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Do tattoos affect blood tests?

Tatoos do not affect blood tests. However, blood tests might show some inflammation or signs of infections.

Last updated on 17 May 2023

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How to improve my hb count of 9?

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 17 May 2023

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