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Is There Any Relation Between Scaloderma And Low Hemoglobin Level?

Hi,My mother-in-law is suffering from scaloderma for last 10 years. Recently her hemoglobin level dropped to 4 gm/dl approx and even after 2-3 weeks medicine including 5 injections of iron. She still has low hemoglobin (approx 8 gm/dl). Can you please let me know if there is any relation between Scaloderma and low hemoglobin level?
Thu, 4 Sep 2014
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Hi, dear.
I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. Scleroderma is the autoimmune disease. It is multi system disease also affect your hb level also. Immunosuppressive drugs are helpful in such cases like steroids. Also you need iron therapy. So consult your physician and take treatment of both together. once your sclerodema is improved your hb also increase.
Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer.
Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health.
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Is There Any Relation Between Scaloderma And Low Hemoglobin Level?

Hi, dear. I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. Scleroderma is the autoimmune disease. It is multi system disease also affect your hb level also. Immunosuppressive drugs are helpful in such cases like steroids. Also you need iron therapy. So consult your physician and take treatment of both together. once your sclerodema is improved your hb also increase. Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health.