Why is low hemoglobin dangerous: a doctor explains

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Therapist: low hemoglobin indicates anemia and heart problems.

The doctor explained the danger of low hemoglobin levels, an iron-rich protein in red blood cells that is found in blood cells. According to the doctor, its low concentration in the blood reflects a lack of iron, which is a sign of iron deficiency anemia. Other signs of anemia that can be seen in a person are pale skin and mucous membranes, poor hair condition.

“When this disease occurs, a person feels fatigue, headache and muscles. A burning sensation appears in the tongue, memory and sleep deteriorate, nervous excitability and anxiety level increase.” – the doctor added, speaking about anemia.

The doctor noted: low hemoglobin can be observed in people with heart disease, hypotension. One of the most dangerous consequences of its deficiency, the specialist called the weakening of the immune system in adults and cognitive disorders in children.

“In children, memory, intelligence and concentration deteriorate.”

The doctor warned women that low hemoglobin negatively affects the menstrual cycle and threatens serious problems during pregnancy. In particular, this can lead to miscarriages and premature births, and also increases the risk of severe fetal defects.

“If the fetus does not receive the necessary amount of microelements, this can lead to the child being born with low weight, as well as with serious developmental disorders,” the therapist stated.