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- 17/05/2023
Is a 5.5 hemoglobin harmful?
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It is not harmful, however, 5.5 hemoglobin is very low and can lead to dizziness and unexplained fatigue.The doctor may prescribe medications and an iron rich diet to resolve anemia.
Dr. Kamran Suggests...
Take a Apollo Diabetic Panel- Superior Test or Take a CYFRA 21 (LUNG CANCER MARKER) Test
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