Is high hemoglobin level dangerous? Why?

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Dr Bhanu Prakash

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Advanced certificate in critical care medicine
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Yes, constant high levels of hemoglobin occurs due to lack of oxygen in the blood. It is dangerous because it can cause blood clots.

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