Suggestions for feeling icky after blood draw?

Question

13w2d and had a pretty big blood draw done today for genetic testing. I got cold sweats and almost passed out during but managed to stay awake (but did get a little fuzzy headed/disoriented for about 5 minutes). This was 3 hrs ago and I've gotten progressively more tired, nauseated and now I'm really cold. I've tried drinking a few cups of water, a little juice, and I had two snacks (hard to eat full meals right now except when a good craving hits me). Anyone have suggestions or specific food/drinks that help them after blood draws? 😊 thanks!

Answer

I had this first trimester with getting my HCG checked. The main thing is that I have to eat before and stay hydrated. I also do not wear a mask only during blood draws anymore and have not had any issues since. My nurses are sweet and always try to distract me during. I know that the genetic testing requires a lot of blood, at least at my ob. I had to get 7 vials drawn the day I had it done 😅 the nurse had to force feed me chocolate afterwards to keep me from passing out.

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For me the biggest difference is being hydrated and fed before and after, I can totally sympathize with you today, I didn’t know they were going to have to do bloodwork at my last appt, and was so anxious that I hadn’t eaten or drank much before- it sucks, it sounds like you’re doing good stuff for yourself, I would just say make sure to not just do sugar(my tendency) but to make sure you get protein and carbs too!

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Try to eat at least something small before (as long as its not a fasting test) and something small afterwards. Tell the tech drawing your blood that you get lighthearted during blood draws, many places have special chairs to lay you down for the blood draw. Make sure you are HYDRATED!! If you know you'll get blood drawn the next day hydrate the day before and day of. Take your time sitting/standing up after the draw.

Suggestions for feeling icky after blood draw?

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