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My hemoglobin is a 9 i'm cold & shaking & i get really dizzy and lightheaded when i get up and move around what could be wrong? im 18

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You're anemic..: You have anemia, which is slightly decreased blood cell volume..Because of this,you get light headed and dizzy. Do you have very heavy periods? This is often the cause in someone your age. See your Dr. to build back up your blood.

Answered 4/27/2016

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