How low of an HB count is life threatening?
Hi , does anyone know how low of an HB count is considered Life Threatening in Children/Teens, if possible with a Internet link? Our Doctor (recommended by the Liason committee) claims that an HB under 6 is life threatening, he also doesnt believe in EPO. Our son has Leukemia / ALL, and was forced blood against his wishes. His HB was at 5,1 / Heartbeat 120 / Platelets over 100,000 at the time he had no infection. He was still able to go to the restroom, was up and around, still eating(alot), and he could still carry a conversation. I should add that this is a doctor in Germany and in Germany parents have no real legal rights to minors that are in hospital care. We try to work together to a certain degree…Why do doctors use the magical number (HB) 7 when they start giving blood transfusions, to nonwitness children? It would be really nice if someone could help me out. Thank you! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter –> Reply With Quote –> Post Thanks / Like Th
