Infection - A Question

[Teuchter]

I cut myself a little over a hour ago, not too bad but I can't seem to stop shaking, and am also very cold, especially in my hands and feet. I did not lose a lot of blood but have cut myself quite a few times over the last week. Could this mean I have lost too much blood? If so what will help?

[Teuchter]

I have had something to eat, and drinking some tea. Still cold, though not as bad as before, also the shaking seams to come and go. I forgot it was that 'time of the month' for me, so I guess my body was just running on empty.

Thanx for the advice.

[Aidee]

It could be from blood loss, shock, low blood sugar, anemia, or hyperventilation.

Some women get anemic at that time of the month anyway, so your SI could add to that. You may also be feeling the after effects of all the endorphines and such that are relased into your blood when you SI.

Speak with your doctor the next time you go in, they can rule out anemia and low blood sugar with simple tests, and give you a better idea of what is going on.


AD

[Teuchter]

I have had tests for anemia and low blood sugar, cause I was having near fainting spells. The Doc then diagnosed it as likely to be panic attacks. This just felt different. Cut again today, left me very tired and generally wobbly, will see the Doctor next Thursday and will tallk to him about it then.