- male
- 50 Years
- 22/01/2025
I'm a bit worried because my test results showed high hemoglobin and PCV levels. I'm a regular smoker and recently I've been having issues with breathing, occasional chest pain, and a persistent cough. Can you help me understand what this might mean?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
usually smokers will have high hemoglobin than normal. do a chest xray for his other symptoms
Dr. Chandra Suggests...
Consult a Pulmonology Respiratory Medicine Specialist
Answered 04/07/2025
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