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I went to donate blood today and was told that my hemoglobin is 7.5. should i go to the er?
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See doctor: If you do not symptoms like shortness of breath, visiting ER is not warranted. However, it is imperative that you see your doctor to ascertain the cause of anemia and have appropriate treatment. If you have been having heavy periods, you may start taking iron and multivitamin pills.
Answered 8/14/2015
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