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Osteopenia of the Hip: T-Scores, Risks & What to Do
If your DEXA scan came back showing osteopenia of the hip, here’s what you need to know: your hip bone density is…
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Blood Clots: Do They Go Away on Their Own?
Yes, blood clots do go away — but whether they disappear on their own or need medical treatment depends entirely on the…
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Normal Platelet Count: Importance, Measurement, and…
In my practice, I often encounter questions about what constitutes a normal platelet count and its significance to overall health. Platelets, also…
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Hemoglobin Level of 7: Clinical Implications and Management
In my practice, I often encounter patients with hemoglobin 7, a term used to describe a hemoglobin level of 7 g/dL. This…
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Hematologist-Oncologist: The Cancer and Blood Specialist Bridging Hematology and Oncology
A hematologist-oncologist is the medical specialist who sits at the crossroads of two deeply interconnected fields: blood disorders and cancer. If you’ve…
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Normal Range for Bilirubin: Levels, Chart & Red Flags
The normal range for bilirubin in adults is 0.1 to 1.2 mg/dL for total bilirubin. If your lab results fall within that…
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Can Anemia Kill You? Real Risks and Warning Signs
Yes, anemia can cause death — and it does more often than most people realize. According to the Global Burden of Disease…
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Blood Cell Production: The Body System Responsible
The body system responsible for blood cell production is the hematopoietic system, and it lives primarily inside your bone marrow. Every single…
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Why Anemic People Get Cold Easily: 4 Real Reasons
If you’re anemic and constantly reaching for a sweater while everyone else is comfortable, you’re not imagining it. Anemic people get cold…
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Anemia and Bone Pain: 7 Causes You Shouldn’t Ignore
When anemia and bone pain show up together, it’s rarely a coincidence. This combination often points to a shared underlying cause —…