Increased hemoglobin in men, what it says and what to do

Increased hemoglobin is a fairly common phenomenon in men of different ages.

A more common and well-known problem is decreased hemoglobinwhich leads to anemia, increased hemoglobin phenomenon no less dangerousprobably to some extent it is more dangerous than decreased hemoglobin, by the fact that the phenomenon is capable of leading to the development myocardial infarction and stroke in humans.

Not everyone knows about the consequences of the hemoglobin disturbance process in the body; such a condition can signal the occurrence of pathological processes in the body.

Often a man does not know about these processes until he surrenders blood analysis.

Hemoglobin should not be allowed above 180 g / lif this happened, you need to immediately find out the cause that caused such a rise and treat it.

As a result, an increased level of hemoglobin in the blood may become a reason for contacting a specialist, due to irreversible processes in the body.

Hemoglobin rates in men

The hemoglobin norm for different ages is different, so you should not compare your hemoglobin with the average, the problem should be considered individually.

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for guys over 18 and up to 30 years old, the norm is 132 - 173 g / l; in men after 30 years, the norm is 131 - 172 g / l; in men after 50 years, the norm is 126 - 174 g / l;

Symptoms of high hemoglobin

A man who has elevated hemoglobin often may not feel any abnormalities in well-being, but sometimes symptoms appear:

• Decreased activity and performance. As a rule, when hemoglobin is elevated, the man has a lethargic, apathetic state. The sleepy state does not leave a person throughout the day, such invigorating drinks as caffeine and tea do not help.
• Loss of appetite. Many men with this condition experience partial or complete loss of appetite. The sensitivity of the taste buds also decreases, the food does not seem as attractive as before.
• Decreased hearing, vision (Maybe double vision, cataract). This phenomenon manifests itself over a period of time.
• Violation of the functioning of the genitourinary system. Increased hemoglobin leads to inflammatory processes in the genitourinary system, without bacterial infections, infections go away on their own, without medication and can appear again.
• Increased pallor. Increased pallor is observed in men with a prolonged process of increased hemoglobin, this is due to a violation the work of the circulatory system, in particular the work of the capillaries located in the immediate vicinity of the surface skin. Also, redness and peeling can form on the skin.
• Dizziness (BPPV) and frequent headaches.
• Joint and muscle pain.

External symptoms are somewhat superficial and can manifest themselves in other diseases, so a person may not attach any importance to this.

As a rule, an increase in hemoglobin is detected when donating blood for analysis, when there are other diseases.

Inside the body occur more significant changes: the viscosity of the blood increases, because of this, blood circulation becomes difficult, there is a blockage of blood vessels, which leads to negative consequences.

Causes of increased hemoglobin

The reasons causing increased hemoglobin in men are very different: from the influence of atmospheric pressure to pathologies occurring in the body.

1. Long stay of a person in mountainous areas. This natural factor affects the cardiovascular system due to the lowered atmospheric pressure. Such pressure causes a response of the body to a phenomenon that is uncomfortable for it. There is an increase in respiration, in order to compensate for the lack of oxygen, the body produces a large number of red blood cells, due to which hemoglobin rises. The same phenomenon occurs when climbing to a great height in unaccustomed people.
2. Great physical activity. With overload and great physical stress, the body reacts erythrocyte growth and an increase in hemoglobin, therefore, in men who have linked life with constant high physical exertion, hemoglobin is quite high. This phenomenon also applies to athletes.
3. Not enough water. An example of this is working in hot climates without a proper diet, fluid loss and blood clotting. Such work is typical for a strong half of humanity, therefore, there is dehydration, hemoglobin rises.

Increased hemoglobin due to concomitant diseases:

• infectious diseases accompanied by prolonged diarrhea and vomiting, as a result of which dehydration occurs;
• excessive urination, kidney disease, diabetes;
• the use of diuretics;
• chronic heart failure;
• erythrocytosis;
• oncology;
• heart disease (tachycardia, angina etc.);
• pulmonary insufficiency;
• intestinal obstruction.

Diagnostic procedures for increased hemoglobin

As with any disease, early diagnosis is important when hemoglobin is elevated.

The sooner you can find out the cause of this pathological deviation, whether it is an independent symptom or a manifestation of a more serious disease.

Diagnostics consists in delivery general blood test.

If the doctor does not like the tests, he will send for additional examinations.

After the diagnosis is made, the doctor prescribes a treatment plan, drug treatment, compliance proper nutrition.

Therapeutic measures aimed at normalizing hemoglobin

The most correct solution for increased hemoglobin is an integrated approach.

Treatment is prescribed depending on the reasons that caused its violation. What does this mean? This suggests that it is possible to lower hemoglobin only by curing the underlying disease that provoked the condition.

Eliminate the condition with the help of drug treatment, adherence to proper nutrition.

With drug treatment and diet, vasodilators are used nootropic drugs, blood thinners and anti-blood clots.

When dieting, exclude foods that are rich in iron.

1. If the increase has arisen due to high physical exertion, you need to try to reduce them and lead a more moderate lifestyle.
2. If the cause is a disturbance in the work of the heart, it is necessary, first of all, to treat the underlying disease, and hemoglobin will decrease itself with proper treatment.
3. If therapy does not lead to a positive result, it is necessary to use drugs that reduce blood clotting, these are: Aspirin, Trental, Curantil, Cardiomagnet. These drugs are excellent at helping to lower hemoglobin.
4. You need to consume plenty of fluids;
5. Mumiyo - excellent remedy for high hemoglobin. It should be taken in a course of 10 days, then the reception should be stopped for a while.
6. Leech therapy donating blood is also an excellent way to combat high hemoglobin, while the blood is renewed;
7. Refusal iron-rich foods: beef, pork, lamb, offal, salted or smoked fish, eggs, buckwheat and oatmeal, mushrooms and some vegetables, red berries, oranges, pomegranates, apples.
8. Refusal of fatty foods that can lead to blockage of blood vessels and an increase in blood viscosity.
9. Avoiding alcohol that thickens the blood and is able to increase hemoglobin.
10. Treatment with folk remedies, inclusion in the diet lettuce salads, fireweed or woodlice.
11. You should introduce into your diet: seafood, fish, legumes, salads, chicken, nuts.
12. Preference should be given to drinks tea, compote and herbal tinctures.

As mentioned above, high hemoglobin in men can lead to irreversible consequences in the body.

At the same time, it becomes difficult for its passage through the veins and increases the pressure on them, a phenomenon such as thrombosis, and subsequently infarction and stroke conditions.

Therefore, you should not be negligent about your health and let the situation take its course, it is important to identify the violation of the state of your body in time.

It is necessary to consult a doctor, consult, and what should be done in this case, the doctor will tell you, he will give recommendations on what to take to further eliminate negative symptoms.

Therapy should be carried out in a comprehensive manner., include drug treatment (such as Aspirin), limiting oneself in bad habits, adherence to dietary nutrition, sleep and rest, as well as folk remedies.