Will aspirin reduce my hemoglobin A1c?
No, research suggests that chronic use of hemoglobin will increase HbA1C levels falsely. Hence, you are advised to take aspirin only if you have been advised by a doctor.
Last updated on 17 May 2023
Yes critically low hemoglobin can cause death.
The exact cause is not known. However, sex hormones play a very vital role in hemoglobin production and hence males have slightly higher hemoglobin levels than females.
In males, a healthy hemoglobin level is between 13.2 and 16.6 grams per deciliter of blood (g/dL). In females, a hemoglobin count of between 11.6 and 15 g/dL is considered normal and healthy. 17.4 is slightly on the higher side you must consult a doctor specially if you are feeling tired and bruising easily.
Hemoglobin levels can decrease speedily during operative procedures and unhealthy regimes. The effect can be seen as early as two weeks.
No it is not harmful.The doctor will advise you blood donation after testing your blood. If you do not have any blood related disorders such as hemophillia you can donate blood to your loved ones in case of emergency.
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