?? or anyone who gets faint after bloodwork

[jcc0621]

While they are drawing that blood, have them check her for anemia. That is what my doctor did when I got woozy during a blood draw. An iron pill a day and I am fine.

 

[sweetdana]

I have passed out twice, and nearly 1 time (ended up throwing up iinstead.) I have high blood sugar sometimes, borderline Diabetic, and Gestational Diabetes as well. Could be emotional if not, could be her blood sugar. I as well rec telling the nurce, eating and drinking right before, and having a juice after. I never thought of laying down, or even asking too.... but that seems like a great idea, if it is an option.

She could also look into diabetes.

 

[disykat]

I unexpectedly had a bad blood bank experience (after years of donating just fine.) It was a physical thing obviously. I think maybe I hadn't eaten enough. However, now it's emotional. I get fearful remembering and get woozy for every blood stick, even if it's for one little vial.

Just like everyone has suggested - I tell them, they have me lay down, and I carry a snack in my purse. I think having someone along for emotional support is a good plan. I'd talk to her about someone else. I like it when the tech talks to me about random stuff. At my lab, there are lighthouse pictures and figurines all over the wall. I start a conversation about those and it really helps. (It always cracks me up because no one ever knows anything about the lighthouses - they're really just there as a distraction! - It works!)