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Why do i have extreme dizziness with such mildly anemic bloodwork numbers? rbc 4.83, hemog 12.0, hemat 38.0, mcv 78.7, mch 24.8, mchc 31.6, rdw 15.5

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Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

Not the reason: Look for another cause. Barany's is often missed as an explanation for episodes of vertigo. A neurology consult is in order sooner rather than later.

Answered 7/30/2013

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A member asked:

Why do i have extreme dizziness with such mildly anemic bloodwork numbers? rbc 4.83, hemog 12.0, hemat 38.0, mcv 78.7, mch 24.8, mchc 31.6, rdw 15.5

A doctor has provided 1 answer

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