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Slightly high Haemoglobin and Hematocrit
I got my CBC today.
The results show:-
Haemoglobin :- 17.2
Hematocrit :- 51
RBC:- 5.44
I have anxiety issues and was having headaches and fatigues few days ago but no other symptoms as such.
I am an otherwise healthy male (28Years) with occasional smoking habit.
Are the results alarming of any serious disease?
Kindly suggest.
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these shows that you need to cease smoking
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Can help you with your concern. Your concern need to be evaluated in detail with history and possible examinations. Can contact for consultation via chat
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Your CBC results indicate slightly elevated hemoglobin (17.2 g/dL), hematocrit (51%), and RBC count (5.44 million/µL). These values are mildly above the normal range and are not necessarily alarming but should be evaluated in context.
Smoking can lead to higher hemoglobin levels due to reduced oxygen delivery, prompting the body to produce more red blood cells.
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Please consult If you experience worsening fatigue, persistent headaches, shortness of breath, dizziness, or vision changes.
If your levels remain elevated despite lifestyle changes.
Health Tips
Hydration: Ensure adequate fluid intake and repeat the test after a week. Dehydration can falsely elevate these values.
Smoking: Reduce or quit smoking to improve overall health and prevent long-term complications.
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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details. Kindly consult via whatsapp on nine zero two nine six zero zero four seven zero.
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Based on lab reports and history of smoking make a provisional diagnosis of polycythemia vera
need further details and clinical evaluation to make a proper treatment
kindly consult for further evaluation
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You need to be further tested..
We also need a complete history.
It is a condition known as polycythemia..
You will also need further monitoring and treatment
Please consult a physician/hematologist
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Connect for Treatment and Further Management,Thank You
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Dr. Sachin Pariskar
Pediatrician
8 yrs exp
Pune
Kindly consult once for discussion
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Dr. Shaikh Huzaif
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18 yrs exp
Aurangabad
Please consult
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Dr. Shreshth Vinaik
General Physician
2 yrs exp
Meerut
Hi Sir.
elevated Hb, RBC, Hct. all point to increased compensatory Oxygen delivery by your body. it may just be due to your smoking (would like more information on an exact daily number) or maybe your surroundings (hilly area people have more baseline naturally). All this does not point to PCV (Polycythemia- basically RBC production cancer) if you are scared for that.
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Contact me for a chat and maybe we look into this with more history sharing, lifestyle and I can offer a more personalized advice.
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Dr. Nazia Begum M.G
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Belgaum
Consult online
Keep a check in future
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Dr. Sachin Bhiwaji Sanap
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7 yrs exp
Hingoli
need more information
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Anubha Singh
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If you require assistance or have any health concerns, feel free to reach out for a consultation. Your well-being is my priority, and i'm here to support you on your health journey.
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Dr. Chaithra H
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Needs to be evaluated.
Do consult.
Headache can be because of increased Hb also.
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
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6 yrs exp
Jhansi
Avoid fried food and spicy food
Water intake more
Green leafy vegetables and fruits
Fiber meal
Do connect and consult
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