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My fe is normal but my hgb is low. what should i do?

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Dr. Michael Dugan answered

Specializes in Hematology

How low?: Need the entire clinical picture. Why was the lab done? How are you feeling? Is there any family history of anemia? Have you had bleeding, including heavy periods? Follow up withe the managing doc.

Answered 11/7/2015

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