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I hav colon cancer and my surgeon won't help me until my albumin raises to a 3.0 and i'm at a 1.3. what does albumin do and how can i raise it? thanks
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Need for evaluation: Low albumin carries a risk of death in surgery. You are extremely undernourished and need to consult a nutritionist for advice. How was the diagnosis of colon cancer made? Do you have family history or early onset colon cancer? I would recommend that you get a second opinion.
Answered 7/15/2015
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