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I have severe anemia which could be causing my rare heart disease (ist). i have had severe anemia for 2 years or more. when is it life threatening?

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Dr. Dean Giannone answered

Anemia. : Our bodies have mechanisms for oxygen delivery to compensate for progressive anemia. But it's been suggested that below a hemoglobin of 4 that these mechanisms break down. So a hemoglobin below 4 is generally not considered compatible with sustaining life.

Answered 5/8/2017

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A member asked:

I have severe anemia which could be causing my rare heart disease (ist). i have had severe anemia for 2 years or more. when is it life threatening?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Dean Giannone answered

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