Low Hemoglobin Causes, Symptoms and More
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3. Low Hemoglobin Levels Due to Blood Loss
Blood loss is another possible cause of low hemoglobin levels. Women may experience marginally low levels through normal menstrual bleeding, but heavy menstrual bleeding may have a more significant impact on hemoglobin levels.
Bleeding in the gastrointestinal tract may cause a drop in hemoglobin levels. Ulcers, hemorrhoids and cancer are examples of conditions that may cause bleeding that leads to lowered levels of hemoglobin. Frequent blood donation may also deplete the body's supply of hemoglobin.2‘Low Hemoglobin Count.’ Mayo Clinic, Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 22 Sept. 2020, www.mayoclinic.org/symptoms/low-hemoglobin/basics/definition/sym-20050760.
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