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Could The Elevated Levels Of MCHC And RDW Be The Cause For Dizziness And Nausea?

Hello.. I am a 28 year old male who has been feeling dizziness, nauseas and headaches for the past few weeks. I have taken a blood test and everything seemed okay until I reached my MCHC level which is at 36 g/dl and my RDW-SD is at 38. Could this be causing my symptoms? and If so do I need to do any further exams? Or take something? What exactly does it mean?

Fri, 9 Jan 2015
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Hi
Thanks for your query.
Based on your query am of the following opinion.
1. High RDW means marked variation in size of RBC, that means you are having anemia.
2. Anemia causes dizziness, fatigue and weakness.
3. You need to get evaluated for anemia and take treatment depending on the cause.
4. Get a complete hemogram done to find out Hemoglobin concentration, RBC counts and red cell indices.
5. Get a peripheral smear examination done to find out the type of anemia and cause.
6.These are the baseline tests required. Others like iron studies and bone marrow examination can be done later on if needed.
Hope this helps
Regards
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Could The Elevated Levels Of MCHC And RDW Be The Cause For Dizziness And Nausea?

Hi Thanks for your query. Based on your query am of the following opinion. 1. High RDW means marked variation in size of RBC, that means you are having anemia. 2. Anemia causes dizziness, fatigue and weakness. 3. You need to get evaluated for anemia and take treatment depending on the cause. 4. Get a complete hemogram done to find out Hemoglobin concentration, RBC counts and red cell indices. 5. Get a peripheral smear examination done to find out the type of anemia and cause. 6.These are the baseline tests required. Others like iron studies and bone marrow examination can be done later on if needed. Hope this helps Regards