Is a hemoglobin of 8.8 considered low? Previously I had 2 infusions when my hemoglobin dropped to 6.5. It had climbed back to 15.3 now I m told it is normal even though I have been tired and experiencing shortness of breath and have been craving and eating ice like crazy.
Hi, dear. I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You have very low hemoglobin.  Your symptoms of tiredness and breathlessness ate due to anemia.  You should take treatment for that. You should search the cause first. Furthermore, you should go for peripherals smear examination and ultrasound abdomen.  This will give some idea about cause of your anemia.  Then you should take treatment accordingly. Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using Chat Doctor. Wish you a very good health.