I want to donate blood, but I have a few questions...?!


Question: I want to donate blood, but I have a few questions!.!.!.!?
I'm 16, elligible to give blood!. But I'm SCARED!. Over the summer, I lost about 15 pounds from anorexia!. I've gained it back, I think!. I weigh between 115 and 125 pounds, and the minimum is 110!. I'm also afraid I might have low iron count, but I'm really not positive about that either!.

I am not scared of the needle, I'm just afraid I will pass out afterwards or something! Can anyone tell me their experience with donating blood!? Will I be okay!? Will I be tired for a long time!?Www@Answer-Health@Com


Answers:
If you have low iron, you will not be able to donate!. You will be tested with a finger stick before you will be allowed to donate blood products!. Once it is determined that you are eligible to donate, the standard donation is about a pint of blood, which is not a whole lot, but if you are prone to passing out, let the staff of the blood center know and they will make sure to give you some juice and a light snack before letting you leave!. You will most likely also be in a reclining position while the blood is being drawn, that way if you do pass out you will not hurt yourself!.

You shouldn't be tired for a long time afterwards, but don't do any strenuous activities right away just in case!. It does not take very long for your body to replenish the blood that you have donated, so most people don't get tired at all!. In any case, good for you for deciding to donate!. It is very commendable and always appreciated, especially during the holiday season!. Www@Answer-Health@Com

It's rare for someone to pass out after giving blood!. You are given some orange juice or a Popsicle afterward to be sure of that!. You should have your family doctor check you out to see if you are okay, or need to improve in some areas so you can give blood!. Be proud of yourself, you are doing something very special for people!. Www@Answer-Health@Com

If you have low iron they will know in the test that they do before they take any blood!. If you feel like passing out tell them right away and they'll keep lying down for a bit till you feel better!. You'll be just fine your making yourself sick by worrying about it!. Www@Answer-Health@Com

Just relax and eat food after you donate blood and you won't pass out!. The hospital checks your blood to make sure there's nothing wrong with it!.Www@Answer-Health@Com





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