Q: If you experience any symptoms of anemia, such as persistent fatigue, weakness, pale skin, or shortness of breath, make an appointment with your doctor. It's important to get a definite diagnosis so that you can treat your condition appropriately. Different types of anemia require different treatments. It's also important to rule out other conditions that might be causing your symptoms (such as a thyroid disorder or heart disease). Your doctor will perform a physical exam, which means they will listen to your heart and breathing. They will also check for physical signs of anemia and ask you about other symptoms. Your doctor will also likely draw a small amount of blood to check your blood count. This is a test that counts the number of RBCs and other cells in the blood and check the quality of your RBCs. If the underlying cause of the anemia is not clear, other tests may be ordered. If you try to donate blood and can't because you have a low hemoglobin count, see your doctor and ask to be tested for anemia. Before using any supplements to treat your anemia, talk to your doctor about which supplements are likely to help you and in what doses. You should also let them know about any other medications or supplements you are currently taking to avoid potentially dangerous interactions. If you have deficiency anemia, you may need to take your supplements in forms you can't get over-the-counter. For example, treatment for vitamin B-12 deficiency anemia sometimes involves regular injections of vitamin B-12.
A: See your doctor for a diagnosis if you suspect anemia. Consult with your doctor before trying supplements.

Q: The right shampoo can make a big difference in your war against oily hair. Pick one that is specifically designed for oily hair to help dry your hair and scalp out so it won't be so oily. Oily scalp is a common problem with oily hair. To help with your scalp, look for a shampoo that has sodium lauryl sulfate, ammonium, or other detergents. These ingredients can help dry out your scalp. Another category of detergents that can be helpful is sulfosuccinates. If you still want to use a condition, make sure it doesn't contain oils. Look for one that says that it's meant for oily hair. The label should say so on the front of the product. Better still, don't use one at all. Dry shampoos can help remove excess oil without showering. You can use them to give your hair an afternoon lift, or you can help stretch out the time between showering. You can find dry shampoos at your local drug store or hair salon. Simply spray the shampoo in, and use your fingers to massage it in. You can brush it out if it helps.
A: Pick the right shampoo. Choose a good conditioner. Try a dry shampoo.

Q: Ideally, you will have two moisturizers, one for day that is lighter and includes an SPF, and one for night that is a bit heavier. Before applying makeup, you will want to use the lighter moisturizer. Make sure that your day time moisturizer contains at least SPF 15 to protect your skin from the sun. If you struggle with breakouts and/or oily skin look for oil-free moisturizers that are non-comodogenic. If you have dry skin you can look for creams that are a bit thicker to wear during the day. A thicker cream will also give you a more dewy look. If you are prone to dry skin, adding a serum to your routine can help add a little extra moisture to your face. With most facial products, it's important to remember that a little bit goes a long way, and this is especially true in the case of serums. Look for serums that contain antioxidants, such as Vitamin C; anti-inflammatories, such as Zinc; and hydrators such as amino acids. Apply this after cleansing and toning, but before applying moisturizer. If you want to incorporate a serum into your routine, but have oilier skin, try applying the serum at night. Gently dab a few dots of serum on your cheeks, forehead, and chin and gently pat into the skin.
A: Choose the right moisturizer. Consider applying a serum.

Q: Using assertive communication skills means saying how you think and feel in a respectful and appropriate way. When you are assertive, you admit when you are wrong and take ownership of your personal faults. You do not blame others for your mistakes. Avoid passivity, which involves avoiding talking about it, hiding, going along with what everyone wants you to do, and not standing up for yourself. Do not be aggressive, including: raising your voice, yelling, belittling, cursing, and violent behaviors (throwing things, hitting). Avoid being passive-aggressive. This is a mix between passive and aggressive forms of communication where you may be upset but not be forthcoming with your feelings. Therefore, you may do something behind someone's back to get revenge or give them the silent treatment. This is not the best form of communication and the person may not understand what you are trying to communicate or why. Send positive nonverbal messages. Our nonverbal communication sends messages to the people around us. A smile says, "Hey, I should be frowning, but I can be brave and get through this thing." Let the person that is upset vent his frustrations and wait to respond. Try to focus solely on listening to the person instead of thinking about how to respond. Focus on the other person's feelings and thoughts instead of your own. Make summary statements and ask clarifying questions, such as, "I hear you saying that you are angry because I forgot to clean the bathroom, is that right?" Empathize. Try to be understanding and put yourself in the other person's shoes. When we make mistakes we sometimes hurt others. Saying you are sorry shows that you regret the mistake, feel bad about the harm you've done, and that you want to do better in the future. Don't give excuses or try to explain it away. Simply own up to it. Say, "I admit I forgot to clean the bathroom. I am so sorry about that." Be careful not to blame others. Do not say something like, "If you would have reminded me to clean it then maybe I would have remembered and done it." Expressing ways to make up for the problem and committing to working on the issues are effective ways to fix a mistake when it involves another person. Try to work out a solution. Ask the person what they would like you to do to make up for it. You could say, "Is there anything that I can do now?" Figure out how to do things differently in the future. You can ask the person, "What do you think might help me not make this mistake again?" Tell the person that you are willing to put in the work to reduce the likelihood of making the mistake in the future. You could say something like, "I do not want this to happen again so I will make an effort to ____." Say exactly what you will do such as, "I will make sure I write down a list of my chores so that I won't forget again."
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Be assertive. Use active listening skills. Apologize. Commit to positive change.