• StudSpud The Starchy
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    2 days ago

    Last time I gave blood, I got my period the next day and I was absolutely wrecked! Had to get some iron tablets to feel normal again!

    Thanks for your donations bro! 😂💜

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      2 days ago

      I got my period the next day …

      For fairly obvious reasons, this is not a variable I’ve ever considered when donating. Does it take you out for long? My body doesn’t even notice the 500ml. I literally walked from the donation centre back the office, got changed and rode straight home.

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        2 days ago

        I was off colour for a few days before I got the iron tablets - severe lethargy and extreme brain fog. Couldn’t really formulate sentences quickly or coherently. Like I was laggy lol.

        I felt much better after taking the iron tablets - it was just poor timing!

        When Ive given blood before that, and it didn’t align with my period, I was fine too tbh

        I’m not sure how long it would have taken if I didn’t take the tablets though