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Anemia Home Care
Home care for anemia includes:
  • Arise slowly from sitting, in order to avoid faintness.
  • Avoid physical exertion.
  • Learn how to take your blood pressure. VideosImages
  • Check your blood pressure every day:
    • Keep a log of your results. VideosImages
  • Test your stool for occult blood:
    • Home stool test kits are available at your local pharmacy.
    • The kit can detect blood in the stool that is not visible.
  • Take a vitamin B supplement:
    • Take the supplement 2 or 3 times a week
  • Take prescribed medication as directed.
  • Your doctor may prescribe iron supplements:
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Last Updated: Nov 15, 2007  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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