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Can you look at the hands to check for anemia?

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Dr. Liawaty Ho answered

Specializes in Hematology and Oncology

No, not really: No you can not check for anemia just by looking at your hands. If one is very anemic with a very low hemoglobin, it may be seen more obvious- but you still don't know how low is the hemoglobin . Other people do have somewhat pale complexion- but does not mean they are anemic. Go to see your doc and have a basic blood test.

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Answered 8/1/2012

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A member asked:

Can you look at the hands to check for anemia?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Liawaty Ho answered

Dr Villaplana agreed

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