Question 1

i have had high rbc for 9months w/ normal-high but increasing hemoglobin&hematocrit. all levels are now high. could dehydration be the reason? i am female and drink min 40oz of water per day &follow a healthy diet with exercise. no medications.

Accepted Answer

Hematologist ...: Dehydration is probably not the answer. Rising Hemoglobin &amp; Hematocrit indicate you are probably making more Red Blood cells than Normal. The Hematologist  is who you need to resolve you questions fastest.

Question 2

is it common for women in their 20's and 30's to have low hemoglobin levels?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It is quite common for young women to have anemia especially if you dont eat right and if you have heavy menses. Having said that, there are many other things that can cause anemia. Please see your doctor and have your doctor evaluate you further for the cause of your anemia and direct the treatment based on the cause.

Question 3

how can i increase hemoglobin levels?

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Need more info: What is your hemoglobin? If it is low, you need to consult your doctor to ascertain the cause. The treatment depends on the cause of anemia.

Question 4

what causes a low hemoglobin level?

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Let explain: Low hemoglobin count isn't always a sign of illness — it may be normal for some people. Women who are pregnant commonly experience low hemoglobin counts.
Diseases and conditions that cause your body to produce fewer red blood cells than normal include: aplastic anemia and others.
Diseases and conditions that cause your body to destroy red blood cells faster than they can be made:enlarged spleen.

Question 5

what can cause low hemoglobin level?

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Variable: There are many.Low iron, b12, Folic Acid etc.Depends on your cbc.

Question 6

what does a 6.4 hemoglobin level mean?

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Blood loss: When Hgb drops below 10 gm one has to be suspicious of blood loss but can be corrected by meds such as ProCrit (epoetin alfa).  When Hgb is in the 8 gm. range transfusion necessary to bring to over 12.  At 6.4 transfusion and work up for blood loss required.  Can be vaginal from uterine lesion, GI from ulcer or tumor but this must be defined and corrected.  Depending on symptoms appropriate physician needed.

Question 7

is a 98 hemoglobin level considered normal?

Accepted Answer

Need units: If the result is 98gm/l, it is low. 
The normal ranges are:
    male: 13.8 to 17.2 gm/dl
    female: 12.1 to 15.1 gm/dl
see this site for more info.
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003645.htm.

Question 8

my hemoglobin level is 11.4. is that normal ?

Accepted Answer

No: All laboratory results need to be interpreted in the clinical context and the doctor who ordered the tests is usually in the best position to do that. Having said that, your hemoglobin is lower than normal, even for a female. If you are in your reproductive years, it may be due to menstrual blood loss. You may take oral iron and multivitamins and see your doctor for an evaluation.

Question 9

does stress lead to low level  in hemoglobin?

Accepted Answer

Probably not.: Hemoglobin is the molecule in the red blood cells that carries oxygen to our body's tissues. It can be low because we aren't making enough hemoglobin (as in  iron deficiency), or when we are losing blood somehow (heavy periods, bleeding from the bowel, etc.). Check with your doctor if you have become aware of a low hemoglobin to find the answer(s) that fit your situation. Lgromkomd.

Question 10

why does pneumonia decrease hemoglobin levels?

Accepted Answer

Good question: No good answer. In the hospital, a drop in hemoglobin could be due to multiple blood draws, and or administration of intravenous fluids. Infections can suppress the bone marrow that  produces red blood cells, older blood cells die earlier.

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Is it common for women in their 20's and 30's to have low hemoglobin levels?

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What does a 6.4 hemoglobin level mean?

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My hemoglobin level is 11.4. is that normal ?

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