Recovery will take time

Recovery from aplastic anaemia can take a long time. So be prepared. 

Try not to get better too quickly or stress about it. It took time but I just went with it. I slept when I needed to, I went for walks, laughed, hugged my daughter and loved ones. Spent time with people I enjoyed spending time with and it just happened.

• Above all - stay positive
• Have faith and lots of patience, recovery is a long road
• Enjoy the company of your loved ones
• Try and go for walks, but don’t rush it - recovery is hard and slow work
• Try and avoid environments where you may get an infection - for example, nursery, the tube
• Listen to your doctor's advice but don't be afraid to ask questions or raise concerns
• Trust your body

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