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Is Hemoglobin Level Of 9 A Cause For Concern?

My Dr s office just called to tell me my hemoglobin is 9 and my platelets and red and white cells are out of whack. I am84 years old and have never had these problems befor. I return to the Dr. in two weeks. Is there anything I could be doing at home to improve these findings?
Tue, 4 Jun 2019
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Hello,

As of now include more iron-rich foods in your diet like green leafy vegetables and fruits. Iron supplements like livogen can be tried.

If the hemoglobin is falling, the detailed evaluation may be required including a peripheral smear and bone marrow.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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Is Hemoglobin Level Of 9 A Cause For Concern?

Hello, As of now include more iron-rich foods in your diet like green leafy vegetables and fruits. Iron supplements like livogen can be tried. If the hemoglobin is falling, the detailed evaluation may be required including a peripheral smear and bone marrow. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician