Deficiency of hemoglobin in the body causes anemia, but this deficiency is not limited to just fatigue or weakness. Especially for people suffering from heart related diseases, it can prove to be serious and fatal.
The main function of hemoglobin is to deliver oxygen to all the parts of the body. When its level decreases in the body, the organs do not get enough oxygen. This has a direct impact on the heart, because the heart has to work harder to compensate for the less oxygen.
What came out in the study
A new research from the University of Minnesota Medical School states that low hemoglobin can increase the risk of serious heart diseases and heart attack. According to research, the problem of anemia is more common in heart failure patients as compared to normal people.
About 10 thousand people were included in the research, who had low hemoglobin levels and were already suffering from heart disease. The study found that low hemoglobin puts extra pressure on the heart, which can weaken the heart veins and have a negative impact on heart function.
effect on heart
According to the study, due to hemoglobin deficiency, the patient starts having problems like shortness of breath, extreme fatigue and weakness. If this condition persists for a long time, the risk of heart failure increases significantly.
increased risk of death
Dr. Inder S., professor and director of the Heart Failure Program at the University of Minnesota Medical School. According to Anand, the risk of death increases significantly in patients who have anemia along with heart failure. Research has shown that anemia in heart patients can increase the risk of death by about 30 percent and the risk of hospitalization by about 40 percent. Although this risk is not the same in every patient, it is still very important to maintain normal hemoglobin levels.
What should be the hemoglobin level?
Hemoglobin level in women should not be less than 12 g/dL.
– Hemoglobin level in men should not be less than 13 g/dL.
what to do for protection
– Get hemoglobin checked from time to time
– Eliminate iron, folic acid and vitamin B12 deficiency
– Take iron supplements or medicines as per doctor’s advice
– Eat a balanced and nutritious diet