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  • 19/05/2023

Can a person have surgery when their hemoglobin is high?

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Dr. Dr Yusuf Mohammad

Dr Yusuf Mohammad

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  • MBBS
  • 8+ Yrs
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No, it is advisable to lower hemoglobin levels if the hemoglobin is too high. This specially because you are suceptible to blood clots when your hemoglobin levels are very high.

Dr. Yusuf Suggests...

Take a CALCIUM - SPOT URINE Test or Take a DEHYDROEPIANDROSTERONE (DHEA) Test

Book CALCIUM - SPOT URINE TestBook DEHYDROEPIANDROSTERONE (DHEA) Test

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