• Is my fatigue due to low hemoglobin levels?

I am in the middle of chemotherapy treatment and my hemoglobin levels are dropping. Is that the reason I am so, so tired?

4 Answers

  • Hematologist-Oncologist
  • Fortsmith, Arkansas

Generally that plays a big roll in feeling tired during chemotherapy

  • Hematologist-Oncologist
  • Tucson, AZ

Chemotherapy itself causes fatigue. You can ask your physician if your hemoglobin is low enough to cause fafigue

  • Preventative Medicine Specialist
  • Detroit, MI

Probably and your doctor should be able to give you specific results and info.

  • Doctor
  • Columbus, MS

Certainly it is at least partially responsible, but chemotherapy itself could be a contributing factor.

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