2006-07-22 01:40:47 · 11 answers · asked by Sam Y 1 in Health ➔ Men's Health
If you got a little giddy after a blood donation, it is probably due to a bit of a drop in blood pressure, and a bit of a drop in blood sugar. The blood sugar part is why they want you to sit quietly for about 30 minutes drinking fruit juice and eating cookies. The blood pressure part will take care of itself as your body quickly replaces the fluid in the bloodstream.
For basic information on hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), check out www.hufa.org.
2006-07-22 01:47:48 · answer #1 · answered by Pegasus90 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have given blood as a voluntary donor during many years.
A few times I felt a little light headed afterward, but nothing serious. A cup of strong coffee was all I needed.
Unfortunately, I cannot give blood anymore, because of certain medicines I am taking, but I would encourage everybody to give. It is so needed!
2006-07-22 08:49:03 · answer #2 · answered by Hi y´all ! 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have given better then 30 pints of blood in my life. I was a nervous wreck the first five times I gave, but, anymore, its no big deal.
2006-07-22 08:54:00 · answer #3 · answered by rhino 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Suggest take a good rest this weekend. Come Monday, if you have this giddy, please consult a doctor. Maybe your blood pressure is too low or too high. Take care!
2006-07-22 09:58:22 · answer #4 · answered by James Louis 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes it can make you giddy. ask your doc before giving the blood
2006-07-22 08:43:24 · answer #5 · answered by Monsh 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
drink lots of water. you are not drinking enough water. perhaps 1L in the morning (from time you wake up to lunch time), 1L in the afternoon, 1/2 L at night. (during and after dinner)
2006-07-22 10:21:29 · answer #6 · answered by backdoortowar 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes. you need to rest and have a warm drink to let your body recover. about 15 - 30 mins will do.
2006-07-22 08:43:47 · answer #7 · answered by Dani 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't give blood again
2006-07-22 08:43:20 · answer #8 · answered by ? 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
dictionary pls...
2006-07-22 08:45:52 · answer #9 · answered by hideki 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ummmmm,,, huh?
2006-07-22 08:42:46 · answer #10 · answered by RnforHire 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋