1. Home
  2. Consult with a doctor

  3. High haemoglobin. To have such levels?

default-icon
High haemoglobin
My haemoglobin is 18.5. It's been above 18 since more than a year. Is it normal to have such levels? If not, please suggest.
8382 Views v

Answers (1)

20000+ health queries resolved in last month
Care AI Shimmer
Hey, For men , 13.5 to 17.5 grams per deciliter, If your hemoglobin level is higher than normal, it may be the result of: Polycythemia vera — a blood disorder in which your bone marrow makes too many red blood cells Lung disease Dehydration Living at a high altitude Heavy smoking Burns Excessive vomiting Extreme physical exercise Consult physician
Answered
Flag this Answer
Flag this answer
2/2 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?

Articles you may like

Is It Safe to Wear High Heels When I'm Pregnant?

Dr.Rushabh Mehta

While there may be no medical reason which prevents you from wearing high heels early in pregnancy, it may not be comfor ... Read more

High Heels and Top 5 Health Problems

Dr. Abhishek Vaish

Background:Modernization and fashion go hand in hand. High heels have been in fashion for a long time and are definitely ... Read more

The Hidden Costs of High Heels

Dr.Nidhi Kumar(PT)

In the world of style, stilettos form a quintessential section of the footwear closet. From a special occasion wear, hig ... Read more

Diet to Improve Haemoglobin Levels (Hb%)

Dr.Prateek Bhandari

ANEMIA: A condition in which there is a deficiency of red cells or of haemoglobin in the blood, resulting in pallor and ... Read more

Things To Take Care While Wearing High Heels

Dr. Shruti (PT)

Nothing looks more gorgeous than a glamorous pair of high heels. It gives a new sense of confidence and stature. Unfortu ... Read more

High Protein Diet Might Be as Bad as Smoking

Ms.Swati Kapoor

Protein is an important macro nutrient and plays a major role in various physiological conditions. The requirement of pr ... Read more

This question featured in :

Foods to improve haemoglobin How to increase haemoglobin during pregnancy Haemoglobin level during pregnancy
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
Internet is not a doctor

Internet is not a doctor

Consult with real doctors online

  • Private consultation
  • 5-min response
  • Free follow-ups

The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.

Articles you may like

Is It Safe to Wear High Heels When I'm Pregnant?

Dr.Rushabh Mehta

While there may be no medical reason which prevents you from wearing high heels early in pregnancy, it may not be comfor ... Read more

High Heels and Top 5 Health Problems

Dr. Abhishek Vaish

Background:Modernization and fashion go hand in hand. High heels have been in fashion for a long time and are definitely ... Read more

The Hidden Costs of High Heels

Dr.Nidhi Kumar(PT)

In the world of style, stilettos form a quintessential section of the footwear closet. From a special occasion wear, hig ... Read more

Diet to Improve Haemoglobin Levels (Hb%)

Dr.Prateek Bhandari

ANEMIA: A condition in which there is a deficiency of red cells or of haemoglobin in the blood, resulting in pallor and ... Read more

Things To Take Care While Wearing High Heels

Dr. Shruti (PT)

Nothing looks more gorgeous than a glamorous pair of high heels. It gives a new sense of confidence and stature. Unfortu ... Read more

High Protein Diet Might Be as Bad as Smoking

Ms.Swati Kapoor

Protein is an important macro nutrient and plays a major role in various physiological conditions. The requirement of pr ... Read more

Tell us what's troubling you

Want relief from cold & cough?

Consult Now

Down with fever or flu?

Consult Now

Stomach out of order?

Consult Now

Tired of clinic wait times?

Consult Now

Related Questions

High level of haemoglobin

 6398 Views
My fiance was having 16.5 haemoglobin last month today he went to donate blood where he came to know that ... Read More

Haemoglobin is low

 3754 Views
My haemoglobin is 11.8 which is below the level of normal score. What should I do?? Should I visit a doc ... Read More

High ESR,Back pain,low haemoglobin

 3057 Views
Sir, My mother had high esr before 1month of about 120 ,we took herto the doc because of her consistent ... Read More

My Hb is 18.5

 2033 Views
Hello doctor my hb count is 18.5 . It's is more than normal value. It is fine or need any treatment?

Haemoglobin is 5.9

 1951 Views
My mother's haemoglobin is 5.9, is it critical? Should we admit her today itself or we can wait till mond ... Read More

Very low haemoglobin

 102 Views
Hello , my father has been a depression patient since past 20 yrs & he takes medicine for same..2 weeks a ... Read More

Haemoglobin level and heart patient

 99 Views
I have stenting for 7 years now. Recently for past 4-5 years now, my haemoglobin level is in the range of ... Read More

Haemoglobin count variation

 60 Views
I actually have a bend nose from birth..so breathing from one of the nostrils was not so easy.But, it was ... Read More

Haemoglobin 6

 246 Views
My recent test show's that my haemoglobin is very less please advise.Iron level is 6.Do I have some major ... Read More

High ESR and low Haemoglobin

 1089 Views
Sir, We have done full body check up of my wife. Her haemoglobin level comes to 11.9 , Esr is 113 and CRP ... Read More

Tell us what's troubling you

Want relief from cold & cough?

Consult Now

Down with fever or flu?

Consult Now

Stomach out of order?

Consult Now

Tired of clinic wait times?

Consult Now

Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.