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 17 May 2023
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 11 May 2023
No, usually there are no problems apart from heavy and deep breathing while controlling breathlessness.
Mild anemia can happen due to faulty diets or certain medications. However, the prominent symptoms are cold hands and feet, tiredness, chest pain and shortness of breathe. If you are experiencing these symptoms consider taking a blood test to know your iron levels.
Dyspnea or shortness of breathe can be quiet uncomfortable and definetely a reason to get worried. However, upon medical diagnosis the condition can be resolved. It rarely leads to fatal conditions such as death. Its advisable not to delay seeking help from a pulmonologist.
A hematology analyzer measures hemoglobin via a colorimetric method. It works by a system based on the principle of reflectance photometry. Diluted blood is mixed with reagents containing potassium ferricyanide and potassium cynide.
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