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What Causes A Fall In Hemoglobin Count After Surgery?
After surgery my hemoglobin dropped to 8. I have had 4 transfusions since, and my hemoglobin remains at 8. My physicians continue to tell me that they do not know why it is so low. I am very uncomfortable with that answer. What are some possible causes and what questions should I be asking?
Mon, 25 Aug 2014
Hello, Thnx to contact us. If I am your treating doctor I would like to advice you that most common cause of persistent anemia after surgery is the internal of external bleeding. You should search for it. But till that time you should at least continue with the transfusions.If you have anything else to ask please contact me. Thanx. Dr. Arun Tank
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