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A member asked:
I donated blood recently and i was told that my blood viscosity is pretty high. what can i do about it?
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Depends: Most common reason is volume depletion (aka: dehydration), so just need more fluids. Can be due to other things, so should ask your dr if any concern for other health conditions present.
Answered 3/29/2013
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