are there any support groups for anemia?
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Anemia is not a disease, its a condition. \nDiseases that cause anemia (Thalassemia, sickle cell) have support groups. There is no need for a support group for an acute condition.
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Any Medical Web-Site can HELP with this Info. Plus Goggle can help as well., I suffer from being anemic to where I must take a Iron Pill each day, But I was unaware of having iron deficiency  this can cause or lead to mental health, Well now you learn something new everyday one just has to keep living. Thanks
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Hi!  Call 1-800-FIGHT MS.  They are the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, and they can get you in touch with your local chapter.  They are the best site on the web for MS.  I was diagnosed with MS last May, and they have helped me tremendously!  Your local chapter will be able to tell you the nearest support group.  If you want to talk, e-mail me at:  larsonblocklin@yahoo.com.\n\nBrian
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American Red Cross is a good Source...If they can not help you - they can direct you to someone who can.....Another source is the Salvation Army....
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If your anemic it means you don't have enough red blood cells. Anemia can be common, especially for women that are menstrating once a month, or serious. I was anemic when I was a kid, but I out gew it with proper nutrition and vitamins.\n\nYou need to eat foods rich in iron or take an iron supplement. Maybe your doctor gave you a prescription. \n\nHere are some other resources for you.\n\nhttp://www.kidshealth.org/parent/medical/heart/anemia.
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http://www.thyrophoenix.com/thyroid_support_groups.htm\nHere, try this one....
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Call your local crisis hotline- they will be able to give you the phone number of the different support groups- good luck
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You might try contacting your local United Blood Services..They insert IV's, so perhaps they would know
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You might want to try the Ft. Worth/Tarrant Co. chapter of the Depressive and Manic Depressive Association.  I think they can be reached at 817-654-7100.  They may be able to steer you toward a support group or others looking for one.  Good luck to you!
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Being anemic does impact your energy levels, so as you raise your iron level it will help, but it takes a while, so you won't feel a sudden burst of energy. If you are prone to anemia (a lot of women are) you should probably plan to keep taking extra iron, at least as long as you are menstruating.
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See if any hospitals in the area have support groups.
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Besides anemia, it could be hypothyroidism.  Your thyroid gland isn't active enough to keep your body well-regulated.  Both of these conditions can be checked by your health care provider by blood testing.
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As a cfs, fms, rsd, chronic pain support leader, I can give you suggestions. Your local weekly shoppers guide should have a section with support group information. They may ask your question in some part of the guide if you request. The newspapers also have sections with support group information. The United Way usually has support group information, and maybe the Red Cross. \nI was not comfortable with the support groups in my area because I felt they were more pitty parties. My goal was to research and share information about any illness, disease, or syndrome. At times we laughed and sometimes we cried. Those times, were times that we just needed to let go. not often. \nFamilies of this member need support also. It would not be a bad idea to look for a group for you and your family. Here again, you may want to start you own group. \nLive one day at a time. Oh, you may be able to find chat rooms for you to get support through. You can get so much help with the groups. Just type in "heart implants" in your search and you will be surprised at what you find. \nGod bless you.
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My boyfriend has sickle cell anemia and I'm learning how to deal with it and learn about especially considering we don't have medicare for him to get prescriptions.  From what I've read, the anemia does not affect your diet but your diet can affect the anemia or at least its symptoms.  For example, those with sickle cell anemia have a reduction in oxygen at times and therefore, it is very important to always drink plenty like 10 or more glasses of water a day.  Also, fruits and vegetable are often aids in oxidation and help to keep the body healthy.  Exercise, not smoking or drinking alcohol, and staying away from agitates like dust are also important.
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That's a dang good question. I have never heard of support groups from the childs perspective before. If your local groups cannot put you in touch with any, you may have to form one yourself. Check out this website and talk to these people, they may have good advice for you.\n\nhttp://www.healthyplace.com/communities/bipolar/site/comm_calender.htm
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HI! there are quite a few places to get help here in mi. I will name you a few, one is the kings daughters foundation..the salvation army..almost any church, the red cross used to help people in need, I don't know for sure if they do any more after the trouble that they had a while back, but worth a try, you can ask at the salvation army and they will set your feet in the right direction to go.hope this helps you, and don't give up there are better day's comming you are just out of the loop for a while, they say what goes around comes around and I know that for sure, I myself have been there, and it was not much fun I only wish that I were able to help people in your situation, maybe someday.. we all need help at one time or another. may GOD bless you and yours and I hope you have a nice holiday season, hope this helps in some way.coinlight65.. good day..
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You might try discussion groups online, such as that linked below.\n\nIf you do check it, I think there are lots of people taking part in the discussions (and chats) who are actual sufferers, and should be able to offer some helpful ideas.\n\nLike anything else on the Web, it's important when reading posts in groups, or taking part in chats, to be aware that some people are trying to sell something.  And some people may challenge the idea that there is any such thing as FMS. Just ignore anyone who isn't being helpful -- don't get yourself worked up by trying to argue with them.