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HgB numbers high, feeling terrible

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    Scott Davey
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    My HGB labs yesterday read 11.5, up from 10.4 the previous week. No transfusion, probably due to the Luspatercept shot.This is my highest reading ever, I believe. So why do I feel so terrible? I can’t walk more that 15 feet without panting for breath. I tire very easily doing simple tasks, such as taking a shower. I’ve taken two home Covid tests, both negative. I don’t have any congestion, coughing or headaches. I am getting an increase in body aches, which I have sporadically from the regular shots. I’m actually a bit suspicious of this reading. I’ve definitely had times when my symptoms were worse than the numbers would indicate, but never this extreme. Any ideas?

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    Kevin Dugan
    Participant

    How is your iron?

    #59337
    Scott Davey
    Participant

    Iron is high, but my doctor isn’t worried about it. Just looked it up and high Iron levels can cause fatigue and weakness. Thanks for the tip.

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    lisab
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    I was told it was a side effect of both the disease and the drugs by my hematologist. My hemoglobin has been high for 3 years but my energy level isn’t good. Frustrating!

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