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What is hemoglobin A1c?

A hemoglobin A1C (HbA1C) test is a blood test that shows what your average blood sugar (glucose) level was over the past 3 months.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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Can you have hemolytic anemia as a result of kidney failure?

Most people with kidney disease will develop anemia. Anemia can happen early in the course of kidney disease and grow worse as kidneys fail and can no longer make EPO

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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Chronic Kidney Disease Can Cause Anemia?

Yes, because the kidneys cannot make enough erythropoitin which leads to a drop in red blood cell production which can cause anemia.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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What is it like living with chronic kidney disease in stage 3?

In stage 3 chronic kidney disease the kidney's have mild to moderate damage. Due to this, there is a constant built up of fluid in the body which can cause damage to the bones and to other organs in the body.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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Are diabetes and anemia related?

Diabetes can contribute to anemia through reducing absorption of iron, gastrointestinal bleeding and through diabetic complications that cause anemia

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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What is the link, if any, between anemia and chronic renal failure?

Yes, there is a link chronic kidney diseases and kidney failure can cause anemia. This is because their kidneys cannot make enough erythropoietin which causes their red blood cells to drop and anemia.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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