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What Are The Ill Effects Of Low Hb?

my mother has a Hb level of 4.1 - 4.2 and she is almost comatose..though her body functions are well monitred, blood pressure level is around 170 and urine output is also around 100 ml/hr....she is not responding to any voice commands..just in a sleep mode...she had to undergo hemodialysis for the first time and that too 9 times..in 10 days....can this be because of low Hb
Fri, 23 Jan 2015
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Hi, dear
I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.
Her hemoglobin is very low. It may be due to dialysis or some kidney disease. Many complications can occurs with this hemoglobin level. Even congestive cardiac failure can occur. she should be given packed red cell transfusion. Consult your doctor and take treament accordingly.

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What Are The Ill Effects Of Low Hb?

Hi, dear I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. Her hemoglobin is very low. It may be due to dialysis or some kidney disease. Many complications can occurs with this hemoglobin level. Even congestive cardiac failure can occur. she should be given packed red cell transfusion. Consult your doctor and take treament accordingly. Hope I have answered your question, if you have any doubts then contact me at bit.ly/Drsanghvihardik, I will be happy to answer you. Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health.