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My hemoglobin is 18.8. Is this dangerous
I went to Lilavati hospital to donate blood. But before donating they check my hemoglobin and my Hb level was 18.8. Is there any problem?
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Dr. Swapnil Ganeshpure
General Physician
16 yrs exp
Navi Mumbai
Your hemoglobin is high. It can be high if there is any lung problem. There another condition called ‘polycythemia vera’ which can have high hb. You should consult a hematologist and get further tests done.
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Dr. Manu Gupta
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Delhi
If you are a smoker or live at high altitudes it’s normal. Otherwise get a Complete Blood Count done.
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Give info if you are a smoker
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Dr. Sandip Kabra
General Physician
12 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Don't worry
It is very much normal
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don't worry. No need to do anything about it.
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