“Are high hemoglobin levels a problem?”
Can high levels of hemoglobin cause any problems for a person?
7 Answers
Yes . It is known as Haemochromatosis. It is inherited and can damage the organs. A constant surveillance is required .
https://www.medicinenet.com/hemoglobin/article.htm.
A Normal Hb range: Male 14 -18 g/dl; Females 12-16 g/dl. Any value outside of this range should be look at as abnormal and consider seeing a hematologist.
A Normal Hb range: Male 14 -18 g/dl; Females 12-16 g/dl. Any value outside of this range should be look at as abnormal and consider seeing a hematologist.
Yes
Yes. This can represent primary or secondary polycythemia. Secondary causes include chronic, and advanced COPD. Primary can be benign or a form of red cell leukemia.
Yes, this can be a problem, depending on how high you're talking about. Probably the most common causes of high hemoglobin (Hgb) are smoking, and living at high altitude -- both of which make your body increase red blood cell production because you're not getting enough oxygen. It can also be due to poor heart or lung function, taking certain drugs or hormones, or a condition called polycythemia vera. Dehydration can temporarily increase your hemoglobin level.
Unless the Hgb level is quite high, it probably won't cause a problem. However, very high Hgb levels (above 19 or so) means your blood is thick enough to maybe increase the likelihood of clot formation, leading to strokes, heart attacks, etc.
Unless the Hgb level is quite high, it probably won't cause a problem. However, very high Hgb levels (above 19 or so) means your blood is thick enough to maybe increase the likelihood of clot formation, leading to strokes, heart attacks, etc.
Yes they can. Very high levels can lead to "sludging" or basically a thickening of the blood which can lead to thrombosis or strokes. It can be a symptom of other disorders such as Polycythemia vera and is commonly seen among smokers. It can be seen with hemochromatosis, and other disorders.
Yes, high hemoglobin is called Polycythemia and can be a result of several things. It can be from taking too much iron supplements, smoking, or hereditary. Basically, it can damage your liver which is hemochromatosis
