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Why am i feeling badly after donating blood?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Panic: Depends on level of anxiety, if the experience was traumatic, and expectations. Also, if you feel physically not well, check with your pcp.

Dr Alves agreed

Answered 8/12/2013

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