Latacia Posted September 30, 2011 Report Share Posted September 30, 2011 I haven't been on here lately. I have had so much going on along with my pots getting worse. I had 10 tubes of blood drawn Wednesday for some more test. Since I hd the blood drawn my body is feeling weaker than it normally does and the dizziness is super crazy. This is the first time I have had blood drawn like this since I have been diganosed. Has anyone either had an experience like mine after have this done?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shiner Kitty Posted September 30, 2011 Report Share Posted September 30, 2011 Yes, I often feel worse after having blood drawn (many of us with POTS do). I try to avoid blood tests unless they're absolutely necessary. I had five tubes drawn this morning, and I feel very weak, dizzy, and extremely fatigued. I feel very bad every day, but I'm definitely worse now. It's good that she didn't draw more tubes today. I waited several weeks to have it done because I've been so sick, but I couldn't put it off any longer. I've been feeling worse by the hour, even though I've been resting all day, eating well, getting plenty of salt, and drinking a lot of fluids. I hope you feel better soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bensman Posted September 30, 2011 Report Share Posted September 30, 2011 Yes, it takes me a few days to recover from getting my blood drawn, especially when they have to draw a lot of tubes. Now I get real anxiety about getting blood drawn because it takes them so many sticks. So, that might have something to do with it, too. I hope you feel better soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandymbme Posted October 1, 2011 Report Share Posted October 1, 2011 I am fortunate enough to have a port, because it gives me the ability to self-administer IV fluids after a bloods draw, so I don't usually feel too bad after one. But sometimes luck is just not on my side, and no matter what I do it wipes me out. Fluid load like crazy and hopefully that will help you get some relief!Sandy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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