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Flibster · 06-10-2006, 20:21

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Originally Posted by lostkat

She probably didn't eat/drink enough before she donated. I nearly threw up once and that was because I'd had no lunch. If I don't eat/drink enough, there's no point in me going because I know I'll have a funny turn.

And unless you have injected drugs or take the above on a weekly basis, you shouldn't have a problem. I'm guessing you're permanently on painkillers or whatever.

She was fine until she sat up, then she was about to pass out. Nurses made her lay down and she threw up. Ruined her jacket.

Me on the other hand. Permanently on drugs now. I'm ready for the knackers yard tbh. Turn me into dog food and glue...

Simon/~Flibster

BBx · 06-10-2006, 22:06

So gutted about this - it was on my 'list of things to do before the year is up' a couple of years ago and we only got as far as my medical history on the form.

They didn't even do the blood test

2/3 months of letters and I found out that I wasn't allowed to do it because I had a heart op as a baby :/ and I had one kidney infection when I was 18.

Not fair... really wanted to do this - dad is a gold card member or something like that.

Oh well. Well done all you others

BB x

Dee · 06-10-2006, 22:08

/raises hand

I am due for another appointment actually, think I am coming up to my 10th whole blood donation

lostkat · 06-10-2006, 22:23

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Originally Posted by Brighton_Belle

So gutted about this - it was on my 'list of things to do before the year is up' a couple of years ago and we only got as far as my medical history on the form.

They didn't even do the blood test

2/3 months of letters and I found out that I wasn't allowed to do it because I had a heart op as a baby :/ and I had one kidney infection when I was 18.

Not fair... really wanted to do this - dad is a gold card member or something like that.

Oh well. Well done all you others

BB x

It'll be because you might have had a blood transfusion, and they're not willing to take any risks regarding CJD. At least you tried though, which is a whole lot more than a lot of people bother to do

Rules might change in the future too, so you never know..

I had a kidney infection a couple of years ago, and they didn't seem bothered about that. Still want my sexy platelets

Burble · 09-10-2006, 01:38

I've not been called up for a while, but I've donated 23 times (I think) so far.

I'm also on the bone marrow donor register and have been callled up twice for further blood screening.

lostkat · 09-10-2006, 06:14

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Originally Posted by harib0

I used to give blood regulary before becoming pregnant, then they stop form doing it - i should really get in contact as they said they would contact me and i'm sure i should be able to give blood again now.

i'm also on the bone marrow donors list - it scares me though as it's quite painful to give bone marrow, but if i ever get called up i'll not hesitate to do it.

I might look into giving platelets as well, is that the one where you can give very month or is it 3 months?

note to self, contact the blood people

With platelets you can donate as often as every 2 weeks, but they leave it up to you. Generally, my place is so bloody busy that I can only get to donate every couple of months. Takes a couple of hours rather than half an hour, but they really look after you.

I'm also on the bone marrow list. It does sound painful and a lot to go through but hey, if it saves a life then it's worth it.

mejinks · 09-10-2006, 10:03

Im not allowed to give blood

Aitch · 09-10-2006, 14:06

This is a good reminder for me. I used to give regularly but I fell out of the habit 1st following my tatoo and then when I was unwell for a while. I am now on some medication that I am not sure whether it prevents me giving blood. I did enquire last time I was called and someone had to ring me back but then I mised their call and never found out. Poor excuse I know especially as I have heard of platelet donation through people here and I think I should be able to do that if not blood.

Thanks for the reminder Tak!

/Adds to 'To do list'/

Tak · 04-01-2007, 18:30

Normally its 4 months between donations, but due to major shortages I've been called back a month early so will be donating again tomorrow.

If its something that you keep meaning to do, now would be a great time to start

Wryel · 04-01-2007, 19:08

Only done it once, really need to get round to giving some more of my essence to those in need, and give blood.

04-01-2007, 18:30	#19
Tak L'Oréal Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Portsmouth Posts: 9,977	Normally its 4 months between donations, but due to major shortages I've been called back a month early so will be donating again tomorrow. If its something that you keep meaning to do, now would be a great time to start __________________ The look on your face when a toddler rips out your heart and shows it to you? Priceless.... For everything else, there's FWOOSH!

06-10-2006, 22:06	#12
BBx Reverse SuBo Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: London Posts: 8,673	So gutted about this - it was on my 'list of things to do before the year is up' a couple of years ago and we only got as far as my medical history on the form. They didn't even do the blood test 2/3 months of letters and I found out that I wasn't allowed to do it because I had a heart op as a baby :/ and I had one kidney infection when I was 18. Not fair... really wanted to do this - dad is a gold card member or something like that. Oh well. Well done all you others BB x

06-10-2006, 22:08	#13
Dee Combat Spanker Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 5,292	/raises hand I am due for another appointment actually, think I am coming up to my 10th whole blood donation

09-10-2006, 01:38	#15
Burble Rocket Fuel Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 7,826	I've not been called up for a while, but I've donated 23 times (I think) so far. I'm also on the bone marrow donor register and have been callled up twice for further blood screening.

09-10-2006, 10:03	#17
mejinks Magners Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 2,865	Im not allowed to give blood

09-10-2006, 14:06	#18
Aitch The Bride Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Maidstone Posts: 749	This is a good reminder for me. I used to give regularly but I fell out of the habit 1st following my tatoo and then when I was unwell for a while. I am now on some medication that I am not sure whether it prevents me giving blood. I did enquire last time I was called and someone had to ring me back but then I mised their call and never found out. Poor excuse I know especially as I have heard of platelet donation through people here and I think I should be able to do that if not blood. Thanks for the reminder Tak! /Adds to 'To do list'/

04-01-2007, 19:08	#20
Wryel Absinthe Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 1,148	Only done it once, really need to get round to giving some more of my essence to those in need, and give blood.