Living with Hereditary Spherocytosis: Questions and Concerns

I have hereditary spherocytosis, its pretty mild (diagnosed at 16 or 17, but should have been at birth. my health improved before seeing a hemotologist). I never really understood how to handle this in terms of preventing an episode. Should I change my diet? Avoid blood thinners? When is this information relevant in a medical situation? is it a serious condition? I have so many questions, but nobody in my life has this and sometimes I get a doctor who doesn't know much about it. I've known about it for a few years, but its surprisingly hard to find info on.

Living with Sickle Cell Trait and Microcytosis

I was born with the sickle cell trait, and recently have been feeling lightheaded 24/7. I went to the doctor and had to push to get blood work done only to find out I have microcytosis. Asked my dad and he said my aunt has beta-thalassemia. Does anyone else have experience with both? If so how does it effect your life?