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Hi doctor my hemoglobin or hgb is 16.6 i male i need to decrease it shall i donate blood or what shall i do in fear of polycythimia i am 25 yars old?
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Huh?: That's a perfectly fine hemoglobin for a virile young man like yourself. Life's difficult enough without worrying about a number. If you're smoking, maybe it's time to quit. I trust you don't have sleep apnea. And donating blood should be something you do for fun / kicks / altruism / excitement -- so go do it and enjoy yourself.
Answered 1/13/2016
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Yes: Not horribly high, and your specific situation needs discussed with your dr who knows your family history and what your lab values are / have been. If 16.6-ish is where you always are, that is normal for you. If climbing, then potential concern. Can always donate blood while healthy to save lives and if it helps allay this concern as well, great!
Answered 4/18/2018
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