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Old Thu May 29, 2014, 09:01 AM
DanL DanL is offline
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Everybody is different regarding transfusion needs, but 8.0 HGB or 24.0 HCT seem to bee common cutoffs for transfusion needs. The body is remarkable and you actually get used to these lower levels of hemoglobin and hematocrit in most cases. You may notice some shortness of breath as you get lower, but chest pain is not typical. If you are experiencing a high degree of anxiety on top of the lower counts, that or another health issue could be the underlying cause.

I would call into your doctor's office or visit your local ER for chest pains and get checked out.

The last thing that you need at this time is damage to your heart that can be prevented.
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