High hemoglobin is an overestimate of the level of hemoglobin in the blood. The hemoglobin level in the blood of a healthy woman is 120-140 g / liter of blood, a healthy man's is 135-160 g / l. Accordingly, a high hemoglobin level is over 150g / L for women and over 170g / L for men.

This disease can manifest itself in the form of dysfunction of the genitourinary system and pale skin color of the whole body.

The disease can appear regardless of the person's age. Including children. The reason may be, for example, an excess of glucose in the body and thickening of the blood.

Treatment of any disease should not be postponed indefinitely. If something went wrong in your body, then there is a reason for it. What kind of body bells can tell you that you are developing an elevated level of hemoglobin, we will consider further.

Symptoms that indicate an increased level of hemoglobin in a person's blood.

You should pay attention to the following. As mentioned above, if you have dysfunctions of the genitourinary system and pale skin color of the whole body, then it is possible that you have increased hemoglobin. A more complete list of symptoms is as follows:

• Pale skin color

• Dysfunctions of the genitourinary system

• Vision problems

• Partial or complete loss of appetite

• Increased sleepiness and rapid body fatigue

• Thickening of the blood

Thus, if some or all of the symptoms present in the lists are manifested by you, then it's time to take care of your health.

Remember, the disease is easier and faster to treat in the early stages, when it has not yet taken root deep into your body.

Do not run it and do not leave it to chance or "by chance it will pass by itself." Undoubtedly, the body's resources are great. And Tibetan medicine is for the body to cope with the disease itself.

However, in the conditions of our modern life and not knowing the true causes of the disease, you should contact a specialist and undergo a free diagnosis in our clinic. At the very least, you will know your exact diagnosis, the cause of the illness, and recommendations for a quick recovery.

Let's continue our research, and first, let's find out where the roots of all diseases come from, in particular, high hemoglobin.

The root cause of increased hemoglobin. Where are the roots of all human diseases?

Our world is diverse and complex for some, but simple and great for others. The ability to behave, subordinate thoughts to one's will, manage one's condition in different situations, launch the correct biochemical processes, allow a person to have strong energy and strong immunity, which means resistance to any disease.

The integrity of the body begins to break down with psychoemotional factors that affect us every day. If a person knows how to cope with them, processing any emotional leaps towards a positive shift for himself, he will be able to react to any uncomfortable situation easily, remain in good health and, moreover, develop his energy potential.

Otherwise, under the influence of the crazy pace of life, stressful situations at work, at home or on the road, a negative energy charge begins to accumulate, gradually destroying a person's energy envelope.

At first, it affects the psychological health of a person, in the future, the destruction goes to the physical level, where internal organs begin to suffer and various sores begin to creep out.

Let's go directly to the reasons and factors that contribute to the appearance of high hemoglobin.

“To cure someone, you first need to make a correct diagnosis. And to be able to make a correct diagnosis, you need to have not only solid medical knowledge, but also a genuine interest in curing the disease. It is not enough to be a doctor, you still have to be able to help. "

Bertolt Brecht

The reasons for the increase in hemoglobin. What can have a direct impact on the development of the disease?

Above, we talked about the fact that the disease can provoke an excess of glucose in the body and thickening of the blood. There are more reasons.

The main reasons for the increase in hemoglobin include the following:

• Excess glucose in the body

• Increased plasma hemoglobin

• Increase in the volume of red blood cells in the blood serum

• Poor bowel permeability

• An excess of B vitamins in the body

• Cardiovascular problems

Why can the disease not respond to treatment, and when everything seemed to be gone, there is a relapse? Because at the stage of diagnosis, the doctor did not determine the cause of the disease.

To treat symptomatology means to drive the disease even deeper inside, where it will infect more and more new areas, developing a whole "network" of associated diseases.

And, one "fine" day, they will make themselves felt with all their bouquet, which will also be joined by side effects from drugs. Is it worth it? Of course not. There is always a choice

Treating high hemoglobin with Tibetan medicine.

The rapid recovery of the body in Tibetan ways occurs thanks to the methods of external and internal influence. Anything that can contribute to a quick recovery is taken into account. Lifestyle and nutrition also play an important role here.

On a free pulse diagnosis, you are given an accurate diagnosis, your prevailing constitution is determined, which is one of the most important points for setting the correct treatment, the causes of the disease, concomitant diseases are determined, and, based on these data, treatment is prescribed.

Again, diet and lifestyle play an important role in the healing process. Therefore, it is important to know your natural constitution and the state of affairs in general. And already on the basis of these data, determine the necessary diet, with the presence of abundant drink and the exclusion or limitation of foods that are not suitable for you by nature.

The main external influences include the following procedures:

• Acupuncture
• Moxotherapy
• Stone therapy
• Tibetan massage
• Vacuum therapy
• Hirudotherapy
• Other.

In combination with herbal medicine, these procedures give a tremendous healing effect and allow you to quickly relieve pain and alleviate the condition.

Correctly selected phytopreparations have an immunomodulatory, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effect, harmonizing the state of the internal systems of the body.

An integrated approach is the foundation of Tibetan medicine. External influence by the above procedures leads to the fact that:

• Normal blood hemoglobin levels are restored
• Improves blood functionality
• Eliminates stagnation
• Immunity rises
• Pain and discomfort are relieved
• Concomitant diseases go away
• The general condition of the body improves
• Pale skin color fades
• The functions of the genitourinary system are restored
• Vision improves
• The old appetite returns
• Decreases increased drowsiness and rapid body fatigue

Tibetan medicine has helped many patients regain their lost health. Even in those cases when ordinary doctors refused a patient, saying that he could no longer be helped, Tibetan medicine helped.

Not because she has some kind of magic pill, but because she has tremendous knowledge about the nature of man and his interaction with this world. This experience has been accumulating for millennia and is now gaining popularity very quickly due to its amazing results.

Without chemistry, antibiotics, painful procedures and surgeries, we manage to lift and put people on their feet, significantly improving their condition.

People come to us for the prevention of diseases. Relax, relieve your emotional state, raise your vitality and restore energy.

After complex procedures, a person gains harmony with himself and the outside world for a long time. He just glows with love, energy and life.

Therefore, if you have any health problems, come, we will help you.

Health to you and your loved ones!

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Hemoglobin is a complex substance made up of protein and iron. It lives in erythrocytes and performs the most important function - providing body tissues with oxygen.
The structure of hemoglobin makes it easy to control the processes of addition and elimination of O2. In addition, it has such a biochemical ability as cooperativity: when the first oxygen molecule is attached, each subsequent oxygen molecule is much easier to bind.

Having given O2 to the tissues, hemoglobin captures carbon dioxide, hydrogen ions and transfers them to the lungs. From there, the waste substances are removed from the body. The well-being of a person and his state of health directly depends on how rhythmically and smoothly all this is carried out.

The concentration of hemoglobin is an important indicator of blood composition. The deviation of its level from the norm up or down indicates the presence of pathological processes in the body, which must be identified as quickly as possible.

Hemoglobin elevated: causes

Hemoglobin is considered elevated if its concentration exceeds the norm by 20 g / l.
This is not an uncommon phenomenon, and every third person experiences it on himself.

Hemoglobin growth is not a separate disease. It only indicates that failures occur in the body and the development of a certain ailment is possible.

The reasons causing an increase in hemoglobin can be:

• Natural factors.
• Pathological.

Increased hemoglobin not associated with disease

The first group of reasons includes the peculiarities of the human environment and way of life.

In the inhabitants of an area located several kilometers above sea level, an increased concentration of hemoglobin is understandable. In high mountainous regions, the air is thinner than in the valley. And the higher the terrain, the less oxygen it contains.

The human body immediately begins to respond to O2 deficiency by producing erythrocytes, and hence hemoglobin. It helps tissues not to "suffocate" and to function normally.

An excess of hemoglobin content is inherent in climbers who conquer one peak after another, as well as rescuers who are ready to come to the rescue in critical situations.

Often, the level of the substance is increased in those whose workplaces are located on the plane: in pilots, stewards and flight attendants.

The reason for the increased hemoglobin can be such a bad habit as smoking. The constant supply of nicotine, tar and acids to the lungs forces the body to defend itself. To prevent the tissues from being poisoned by toxins, they need to supply more oxygen and remove carbon dioxide. Here hemoglobin begins to concentrate in the blood in an overestimated amount.

Taking certain medications, such as anabolic steroids, often causes an increase in the level of red blood cells and hemoglobin.

Physiological fluid loss may also be the cause. Dehydration of the body is possible in hot climates, significant sweating, due to the consumption of insufficient amounts of water. All this contributes to the thickening of the blood and the relative increase in hemoglobin.

Pathological causes of increased hemoglobin

Painful excess of hemoglobin of the norm occurs due to the fact that the number of red blood cells is growing and they increase in size.

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The basic reasons for this phenomenon are as follows:

• pulmonary and cardiovascular insufficiency;
• excessive presence of free hemoglobin in blood plasma (hemoglobinemia);
• intestinal infections, in which, due to diarrhea and vomiting, the body is dehydrated, the blood loses plasma;
• excess glucose in diabetes mellitus;
• congenital pathologies of the heart and blood vessels;
• insufficient intestinal permeability;
• neoplasms.

If hemoglobin is more than normal, it begins to poison the body. The situation becomes especially dangerous when the iron-containing protein is outside the erythrocytes and its concentration is 190 g / l or more. In this case, there is a violation of microcirculation and an increase in blood viscosity.

The life-giving liquid does not circulate quickly enough throughout the body and does not deliver nutrients to tissues and internal organs on time. The likelihood of blood clots (blood clots) forming, causing strokes, heart attacks, and pulmonary embolism, increases.

Symptoms of high hemoglobin

In the case of excess hemoglobin growth, the following symptoms are possible:

• lethargy and increased fatigue appear;
• blood pressure jumps up;
• in the daytime there is drowsiness, and in the evening it is difficult to fall asleep, insomnia;
• bruising from minor bruises;
• causeless nosebleeds;
• redness of the skin;
• noticeable deterioration in vision;
• complications of the functioning of the genitourinary system;
• headaches and lightheadedness;
• dryness and itching of the skin, especially noticeable after water procedures;
• painful sensations in the joints and in the abdomen;
• partial or complete lack of appetite.

For a while, symptoms may be absent, and the person will not experience any discomfort. However, the ailment that caused the growth of hemoglobin will not go away by itself and will manifest itself sooner or later.

How to bring increased hemoglobin back to normal

The increase in hemoglobin caused by natural and physiological causes does not require intervention. The substance will return to normal on its own as soon as the provoking factor is eliminated.

The need to adjust the level of iron-containing protein arises only when the cause of its jump is disease.

Along with the treatment of the ailment that provoked the growth of hemoglobin, it is necessary to correct the daily menu and habits. These edits are:

• exclude red meat, offal, pomegranates and apples;
• limit the use of buckwheat, baked flour products and sweets;
• be wary of foods that contain food additives, especially iron;
• do not abuse fish and seafood, eat them in small quantities;
• minimize fatty, fried and smoked foods;
• temporarily stop taking multivitamins;
• no tobacco or alcoholic beverages.

It should be remembered that liquid is the natural remedy for high hemoglobin levels. Plain water with a few drops of lemon juice will help thin the blood and normalize the concentration of iron-containing proteins. Therefore, drinking two or three liters of liquid per day should become a habit.

You need and can drink not only water, but also teas, unsweetened compotes. But juices and soda are prohibited.

Diet favorites should be:

• fermented milk products, especially live yoghurts;
• low-fat varieties of cottage cheese and hard cheese;
• green vegetables and fruits in large quantity and variety;
• vegetable proteins (legumes, soy);
• rice and other cereals (except buckwheat).

Foods containing slowly absorbed iron should be preferred, such as beans, spinach, apricots, grapes, nuts, tofu, and whole grain breads. They are effective in normalizing hemoglobin.

But you cannot self-medicate and prescribe a diet for yourself. This is the prerogative of the doctor, since personal experimentation can only exacerbate the problem and lead to undesirable results.

Features of increasing hemoglobin in men and women

The normal hemoglobin content in men is slightly higher than in women. This is explained by the presence of testosterone hormone in the stronger sex.

By virtue of their physiology, men are stronger and able to endure significant physical activity. They require additional oxygen, which is provided by the higher hemoglobin content.

In the female body, decreased hemoglobin is more often observed, and not increased. But both are undesirable phenomena.

The growth of iron-containing protein is especially dangerous during the period of bearing a child, since it signals complications in the development of the fetus or the presence of kidney and liver ailments in the expectant mother.

A pregnant woman needs to take vitamins very carefully. They can lead to enzyme disorders, and those - to excessive absorption of iron.

Menstruation can affect the level of hemoglobin. If they are profuse and last longer than usual, dehydration is possible. First, this causes a so-called false increase in hemoglobin, and only then - its decrease and anemia.

Increased hemoglobin in children

In newborns in the first month of life, the hemoglobin norm is quite high (up to 225 g / l). At this time, the body of the crumbs adapts to the outside world and needs an increased amount of oxygen.

Gradually, the level of the substance decreases. By the first birthday, hemoglobin should be in the range from 105 to 135 g / l. Exceeding the norm may indicate blood diseases, congenital heart disease, lung problems.

Increased hemoglobin in children manifests itself with the same symptoms as in adults. The kid gets tired quickly, weak and drowsy. This state is not typical for a baby, since a healthy child is always active and cheerful.

Parents will certainly turn to a pediatrician, who will prescribe a blood test first.

Increased hemoglobin is a pathological condition indicating the presence of ailments. They need to be diagnosed as quickly as possible and treatment should not be delayed.

Hemoglobin is the main component of red blood cells, which is responsible for the transfer of oxygen from the lungs to the tissues. The concentration of this element is considered one of the most important biochemical parameters of blood. Depending on how high or low the level of hemoglobin in a woman, one can judge the reasons for the internal trouble in her body.

What is the norm for hemoglobin levels in women?

On a separate scale, doctors assess the hemoglobin level in the blood of pregnant women. The lower limit of the norm in the I and III trimester of pregnancy is 110 g / l, in the II - 105 g / l. The upper value throughout the entire waiting period for the child should not exceed 120 g / l.

The significant difference in normal indicators in pregnant and non-pregnant women is explained by physiological changes in the body of the expectant mother. During gestation, the volume of circulating blood increases by 50%, making it increasingly difficult for the bone marrow to supply sufficient hemoglobin. In addition, additional iron consumption is required for the formation of the placenta and the growing embryo.

The reasons for the increase in hemoglobin in women can be both physiological and pathological. The former include intense physical activity and prolonged exposure to hypoxia (for example, living in a high mountain area). At the same time, the body begins to experience an acute lack of oxygen, which is compensated by the "overproduction" of erythrocytes. Such deviations from the norm, as a rule, are always insignificant - in the range of 10-20 g / l. They do not alert doctors and do not require medical intervention.

The situation is much more serious if hemoglobin rises for no apparent reason. This can serve as a sign of dangerous pathologies, in particular, intestinal obstruction or cardiopulmonary failure.

It is most dangerous when the hemoglobin concentration reaches 180-190 g / l. At the same time, an increase in blood viscosity is observed, microcirculation processes are disrupted, oxygen delivery to organs is hampered. Such patients are diagnosed with blue tips of fingers and toes, fatigue, loss of appetite, distraction and irritability.

Prolonged circulatory disorders lead to the development of thromboembolism (blockage of blood vessels). Therefore, an excessively high level of hemoglobin is a condition that requires immediate treatment.

How to lower hemoglobin in women?

The following measures can be used to reduce hemoglobin:

Diet therapy. The patient is asked not to abuse food with a high iron content: red meat, animal by-products (liver, kidneys, etc.). The consumption of foods that increase cholesterol levels and blood viscosity (butter, pork, caviar, confectionery) is limited. It is recommended to fill the diet with protein foods: legumes, white meat, fish. Fast food, carbonated drinks, canned food and convenience foods are completely excluded. Also, during the period of treatment, it is prohibited to take vitamin and mineral complexes containing vit. B12, folic acid and iron.

taking antiplatelet agents. These drugs thin the blood and reduce the risk of blood clots. However, it is not worth using them on your own without the appointment of a specialist - you can harm your health. The reason for using antiplatelet agents should be consulted with your doctor.

Search for the underlying disease. An increase in the level of hemoglobin indicates a malfunction in the body. To identify the cause of the problem, the doctor must prescribe a comprehensive medical examination.

A condition in which hemoglobin drops below normal is called iron deficiency anemia (or anemia). An experienced doctor is able to detect pathology even before passing laboratory tests, barely looking at the patient who turns to him. A pale face, dry skin, "sticking" in the corners of the mouth, dull hair and sluggish movements are the main symptoms of low hemoglobin. And if, in addition to this, a woman complains of increased fatigue, “flies” in the eyes and frequent dizziness, then the diagnosis does not raise any doubts at all.

In pregnant women, anemia is often associated with eating and smelling disorders. The desire to eat chalk, coal, sand, to smell whitewash or gasoline is by no means a "sweet whim" of a future mother, but a reason to see a doctor.

The danger of anemia lies in the insufficient supply of oxygen to the tissues. At the initial stages of the disease, the body tries to cope with the lack of a vital element, depriving it of the organs that are least significant from its point of view (hair, nails, teeth). However, over time, oxygen deficiency increases and everyone, including the brain and heart, has to "starve". In order to prevent serious complications, it is important to identify and eliminate the cause of the disease at an early stage of its development.

Causes of low hemoglobin in women

Anemia can be provoked by:

Improper nutrition. In order for hemoglobin to be synthesized in the right amount, a sufficient amount of iron must enter the woman's body with food. Its main source is animal products: meat, liver, kidneys. Plants also contain iron, but in a form that is much worse absorbed. This is why vegetarianism and low-meat diets are becoming one of the most common causes of anemia. Excessive consumption of foods that inhibit the absorption of iron can also lead to a decrease in hemoglobin: coffee, tea, chocolate, cereals.

Folic acid deficiency, vit. C or vit. B12 in the body. All of these elements play an important role in the formation of hemoglobin. Vit. B12 is most often caused by helminthic invasion, and lack of vit. C and folic acid - an unbalanced nutritious diet.

Blood loss. They can be both obvious (with systematic donation, profuse prolonged menstruation, uterine bleeding), and latent (blood loss associated with hemorrhoids, ulcerative lesions of the digestive tract, polyps in the large intestine, etc.).

Hypothyroidism Thyroid hormone - thyroxine - regulates the absorption of iron in the intestine. Its deficiency also leads to a lack of hemoglobin.

Diseases of the digestive system. , or the intestines lead to thinning of the mucous membrane of the digestive tract, as a result of which iron practically ceases to be absorbed.

Premature death of red blood cells. This condition can be caused by long-term infectious diseases (, etc.) or immune disorders (for example, rheumatoid).

Sedentary lifestyle. Physical activity is one of the factors that influence the synthesis of red blood cells. If the blood is not intensively accelerated throughout the body, the brain receives signals that there are "enough" erythrocytes and their additional synthesis is not required.

Stress. May cause a decrease in appetite and, as a result, inadequate intake of iron from food.

What if a woman has hemoglobin 60-80?

Hemoglobin levels below 80 g / l are considered severe anemia. Correction of the condition is carried out taking into account the factor that caused it. To find out the cause of the pathology, a woman is asked to pass a series of tests and undergo specialists: a gynecologist, a gastroenterologist, an endocrinologist, a nutritionist. After identifying the underlying disease, the patient is selected a set of therapeutic measures aimed at combating it.

These include:

beef, lamb, white rabbit meat,

liver, tongue, kidneys,

egg yolk,

dried apricots, raisins, prunes, figs,

apple and pomegranate juice,

buckwheat soups and cereals,

• sprouted wheat grains,

  plums, green apples,

The body is able to regulate the amount of iron absorbed from food itself - with a shortage, it increases and vice versa.

Drinking plenty of fluids is very useful for low hemoglobin levels. Doctors advise taking plain water and juices 1/4 cup every 30 minutes.

Sample menu for patients with anemia:

Hemoglobin is a complex compound, thanks to which oxygen is transported and carbon dioxide is removed in our body to all cells and tissues. The place of its dislocation is red blood cells - erythrocytes. Therefore, it may seem that the indicator of increased hemoglobin in the blood is a completely normal or even positive result, indicating good health. Such a judgment can be true only in relation to two groups of people: athletes and residents of the highlands. In other cases, this is an alarming signal, upon detection of which you should immediately consult a doctor.

As mentioned above, there are two groups of people for whom elevated hemoglobin is the norm:

Photo of hemoglobin molecule

• Athletes- people exposed to intense physical exertion have an additional need for oxygen. Gradually, the body adapts, stimulating the additional production of red blood cells containing this protein compound, and as a result, this indicator of hemoglobin in the blood turns out to be higher than normal.
• People living in high altitude areas, or staying at a height for a certain time. The higher the terrain above sea level, the lower the oxygen content in the air. Accordingly, this is reflected in the body of people who have been in such conditions for a long time. Their oxygen demand is much higher, which, in turn, causes a certain kind of load on the body, and as a result, an adaptive defense mechanism arises that compensates for the lack of oxygen.

Both of the above groups of people have a 10-20% deviation upward from the standard indicator.

Increased hemoglobin in smokers

Smokers, as well as people who have been in conditions of strong smoke, who have received a certain dose of carbon monoxide, also have an excess of hemoglobin. This indicator of hemoglobin in such a group of people is a negative sign, but not too dangerous. Since hemoglobin, being, in essence, a protein, can form bonds not only with oxygen, but also with carbon dioxide, when inhaling smoke, also with carbon monoxide. Moreover, carbon monoxide forms a strong compound with hemoglobin - carboxyhemoglobin, preventing the oxygen molecule from taking its rightful place.

As a result, the body receives a signal about a lack of oxygen and begins to produce additional red blood cells containing "pure" hemoglobin. In this case, cells circulate in the blood containing both a bound form of hemoglobin and a simple one, until the bound form enters the liver and is destroyed by its cells. When taking blood and decoding indicators, the sum of the values ​​of bound and free hemoglobin is observed.

False increase in hemoglobin

A false increase in hemoglobin is also a kind of norm. However, this is an indicator that indicates a strong loss of fluid in the body or depletion of the body. Blood, being a solution, with severe dehydration, loses its liquid part, thus, the main formed elements contained in it remain in the same amount as it was, but changes by the volume of the portion taken, due to thickening of the blood. This problem is easily solved by analyzing blood plasma.

However, there is a danger that a falsely elevated hemoglobin may indicate severe liver damage or as a result of taking medications by their action, harming the patient. Therefore, a false increase in hemoglobin cannot be ignored. In this case, more extended blood tests are recommended.

In some cases, an increase in the level of hemoglobin in the blood in women, men and children is not accompanied by pronounced symptoms and it is almost impossible to establish this indicator without examining a blood sample. However, there are a number of signs, the presence of which may indicate an increase in hemoglobin in the blood.

The main symptoms that a doctor should pay attention to when examining a patient are as follows:

• Rash or redness of the skin for no apparent reason.
• Pressure rise
• Drowsiness and frequent fatigue.
• Insomnia.
• Increased body temperature.
• Weight loss.
• Bleeding.

As mentioned above, the reasons for the increase in the level of hemoglobin in the blood are the body's attempt to compensate for the oxygen deprivation of tissues. Accordingly, an increase in this indicator indicates diseases associated with this process.

It is also important to note that increased hemoglobin is not a direct sign in the diagnosis of a particular disease, but only an indirect hint of problems that may arise in a particular system of the body.

For more detailed information, an extended list of tests is assigned, according to which the doctor more accurately assesses the situation.

The list of diseases, which can be indirectly evidenced by an increased level of hemoglobin:

• The cardiovascular system:

The problem in this area lies in the inability of the heart muscle to fully supply the cells and tissues with oxygen, as a result, the body compensates for the lack of balance in the delivery of oxygen and the removal of carbon dioxide, by increasing the number of red blood cells, and with them hemoglobin.

• Respiratory system:

The main reason for the increase in hemoglobin in pathological conditions of the respiratory organs is associated with a small area of ​​the capturing surface of the lungs. This is primarily associated with various kinds of fibrosis or obstructing airflow diseases such as asthma. As a result, the body also tries to replenish the lack of oxygen on the exciting surface of the lungs with a large amount of iron-containing protein.

• Various kinds of oncology:

Various types of cancer cells are capable of capturing oxygen from the blood in large quantities, the result of which is the compensation of hemoglobin by the body.

• Digestive system:

Here, intestinal obstruction occurs, as a result, dehydration occurs and, as a result, a false increase in hemoglobin.

• Burn injuries:

One of the forms of poisoning in which a large amount of toxins are released from the cells damaged by the burn.

Video - What is the danger of excess iron in the blood:

Increased hemoglobin is a rather dangerous condition, which is characterized by thickening of the blood, due to which the processes in the capillaries stagnate, and the oxygen saturation of the body worsens. This can lead to thromboembolism, ischemic disease, angina pectoris, and even myocardial infarction. Due to the increase in uric acid, the metabolism is disturbed, which causes a disease such as gout. There is also a risk of developing uric acid nephropathy, an autoimmune kidney disease. On the part of the limbs, there may be thrombosis, and in advanced cases - necrosis and gangrene of the limb.

Causes

Most people are aware of such a disease as anemia. In this case, the hemoglobin in the blood is lowered, but it can also be increased. This is not a big threat to human health, but this condition is not the norm for the body.

The blood of women, men and children is somewhat different. Therefore, we will consider in more detail what caused this state for each separately.

High hemoglobin in women

It is extremely rare. It is considered normal if it is increased due to high physical activity or due to being in the mountains for a while. Over time, the body gets used to it, and hemoglobin returns to normal.

The main factors are pregnancy, taking multivitamin complexes, due to diseases of the lungs and cardiovascular system, cancer and can be inherited.

High hemoglobin in men

May be as a result of smoking, due to the state of the body caused by a number of diseases. In diseases such as erythrocytosis, pernicious anemia and hemolytic anemia, when the composition of the blood changes.

With erythrocytosis, the number of red blood cells increases, which can be caused by diseases of the kidneys, lungs, heart. The reasons that increase hemoglobin can be artificial valves in the heart, cholelithiasis. Lack of folic acid, vitamin B12 due to diseases of the gastric mucosa, which is unable to absorb these necessary elements, can also contribute to an increase in hemoglobin in men.

This can be caused by an excess of iron and vitamin C. Therefore, you should not panic, but consult a doctor in order to find out the cause together.

Treatment is based on eliminating the cause, if it is caused by a disease, on the organization of proper nutrition for the patient.

Try to include in your diet soybeans, buckwheat, cottage cheese, raw vegetables, legumes and dairy products.

High hemoglobin treatment

How to lower hemoglobin

In order for the hemoglobin level to begin to decrease, you must first approach your diet more strictly and reconsider your diet. So, patients should completely exclude foods in which iron is present in increased volumes:

Red fruits and berries, including black currants;
... meat offal;
... cereals;
... red meat;
... butter;
... sweet;
... smoked;
... high fat milk

With increased hemoglobin, multivitamin and mineral complexes are contraindicated, in which there are vitamins of the "B" (12, 9, 6), "C" groups, as well as copper and iron.

You also need to introduce into the diet:

Seafood;
... fish;
... salads;
... legumes;
... chicken meat

In addition to nutrition, certain medications can also correct hemoglobin.

To do this, you need to contact a specialist for the optimal course of treatment. Most often, aspirin, cardiomagnet, trental, etc. are prescribed. They lead to the normalization of blood clotting. Start therapy after finding out the hemoglobin level. In the course of the course, medical supervision is required to determine the optimal dosage and duration of treatment.

Lifestyle change with hardening and active movement exercises also helps.

Physical activity, walking in the air and swimming restore the function of the bone marrow, which is responsible for the production of hemoglobin.

Folk remedies and recipes can help the body come to a normal state and bring hemoglobin back to normal:

• Shilajit is one of the most effective means of reducing hemoglobin in the blood. You can buy it at the pharmacy. Take a piece the size of a match head and dissolve in water. It is necessary to drink this solution at night. Carry out the course for 10 days, then take a break for five days and repeat the course. During the course, exclude the intake of alcohol and sleeping pills.

• Until hemoglobin returns to normal, the diet should constantly contain buckwheat, pearl barley and oats.

• You can donate blood on a regular basis, this method is also quite effective, this is how young blood is produced to replace it.

• Leech hemoglobin levels normalize very well. There are enzymes in the saliva of leeches. which have a very beneficial effect on the blood, normalizing its composition. Treatment with leeches is a whole science, it is called hirudotherapy.

• It is very important to eat right, eat more fruits and vegetables of red color, as well as green. Chlorophyll stains plant food green, and it is similar to the chemical formula of hemoglobin and is able to normalize its level in the blood.

• To thin the blood, you need to drink as much plain water as possible, but with the addition of lemon juice. It is necessary to drink it for medicinal purposes within three months.

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