juanchan Posted January 13, 2008 Share Posted January 13, 2008 Anyone on here ever donated? I've got a couple of mates trying to persuade me into it, but as I generally have slightly low blood pressure, I'm a bit skeptical/nervous about giving it a go. I'm the sort of guy who can get a headrush simply by standing up after watching a film, so the thought of losing a pint of blood doesn't really fill me with glee. As it's such a vital part of the health service I haven't thrown the idea right out the window just yet, so I thought I'd ask about anyone experiences. Oh, and I don't "do" blood. I tend to go all light headed at the sight of too much of it, so I'd have to look the other way if I went through with it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neil tt Posted January 13, 2008 Share Posted January 13, 2008 Its okay, go for it, what blood group are you:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
creative Posted January 13, 2008 Share Posted January 13, 2008 missus goes every 3 months. she's fine afterwards, just a little lightheaded but nothing that a few chocolates and a lazy night doesn't solve. me on the other hand hates needles! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake Posted January 13, 2008 Share Posted January 13, 2008 I can't give blood because I have high cholestreol (it runs in my family) but I am a registered bone marrow donor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrRalphMan Posted January 13, 2008 Share Posted January 13, 2008 I can't give blood because I have high cholestreol (it runs in my family) but I am a registered bone marrow donor. Jake, I have also registered but never heard anything, have you had any communication since registering. Oh and I used to go quite often, it's just a scratch on the arm really. You should at least try it once.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Havard Posted January 13, 2008 Share Posted January 13, 2008 Anyone on here ever donated? I've got a couple of mates trying to persuade me into it, but as I generally have slightly low blood pressure, I'm a bit skeptical/nervous about giving it a go. I'm the sort of guy who can get a headrush simply by standing up after watching a film, so the thought of losing a pint of blood doesn't really fill me with glee. As it's such a vital part of the health service I haven't thrown the idea right out the window just yet, so I thought I'd ask about anyone experiences. Oh, and I don't "do" blood. I tend to go all light headed at the sight of too much of it, so I'd have to look the other way if I went through with it! Go and give a pint you big fanny!! Your young fit and healthy so why not? I have thought about this but unless someone wants all my allregies, asthma and and a general bad temper then I'll be keeping my blood to myself!! H. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrRalphMan Posted January 13, 2008 Share Posted January 13, 2008 Meany..... It'll be worth being as unheathly and grumpy as you to live... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neil tt Posted January 13, 2008 Share Posted January 13, 2008 Go and give a pint you big fanny!! Your young fit and healthy so why not? I have thought about this but unless someone wants all my allregies, asthma and and a general bad temper then I'll be keeping my blood to myself!! H. I don't think you can pass the bad temper on:d Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Headroom Posted January 13, 2008 Share Posted January 13, 2008 I hate needles, but I have donated blood since 1984. The worst part is where they prick your finger to do the test. And you get some hot nurses there to look after you while they take your blood Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael Posted January 13, 2008 Share Posted January 13, 2008 We have a mobile donation "van" that comes to the office, I give as often as I can, usually ever 3 months or so. I've only had one "bad" experience with donating and that was when half of my arm turned black, red, yellow and blue the day after - I have quite deep veins and I thing she'd been digging a bit too much We generally have a few office people fall over or get sent home after the blood van has been but I suspect it's due to them being slightly stupid, donating after not eating for a day for example. They are trialling a anaesthetic cream up here that people put on before they donate to numb the area but it's never really been something I've had discomfort with - as said above the little finger prick test they do before you donate is worse Try it, if it does work out for you at least you tried. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gerry Posted January 13, 2008 Share Posted January 13, 2008 Expect for medical reasons, I can't see why everybody doesn't give blood. It's less than an hours time every few months, you get to lie down for a bit and have a cupa and a biscuit, and it doesn't hurt ! It's your duty.... Lets face it, if a loved one was in an accident we would be pretty pi**ed off if half way through an operation the doctors said "sorry love - got no blood left, bad-luck" Give it a go... G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ADL Mark Posted January 13, 2008 Share Posted January 13, 2008 I was always scared of going to give blood, then with events the last couple of years health wise I've had to have many many units of blood transfused in to me and now realise the true value of it. Without people giving blood I wouldn't be here now. Unfortunately I now can't give blood etc. but would dearly love to to be able to make a difference. And to anybody who goes to give blood, please make sure you're on the bone marrow donor's list, or you can sign up at http://www.anthonynolan.org.uk/. To get on the register is just another small blood test that they can do when you're giving blood. Any questions about it feel free to ask Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt H Posted January 13, 2008 Share Posted January 13, 2008 I regulary give blood. Not trying to put you off but i really dont like doing it, but you should! so no excuses! Plus its a bonus screening for any blood transmitted infections should you're doing yourself a favour too in a way Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juanchan Posted January 13, 2008 Author Share Posted January 13, 2008 Its okay, go for it, what blood group are you:) No idea sorry! Go and give a pint you big fanny!! Your young fit and healthy so why not? I have thought about this but unless someone wants all my allregies, asthma and and a general bad temper then I'll be keeping my blood to myself!! H. I knew someone would say something along those lines! Oh, and http://www.youre.co.uk I hate needles, but I have donated blood since 1984. The worst part is where they prick your finger to do the test. And you get some hot nurses there to look after you while they take your blood No-one's ever mentioned the finger pricking part being bad before! I think I can cope with the hot nurses though We have a mobile donation "van" that comes to the office, I give as often as I can, usually ever 3 months or so. I've only had one "bad" experience with donating and that was when half of my arm turned black, red, yellow and blue the day after - I have quite deep veins and I thing she'd been digging a bit too much We generally have a few office people fall over or get sent home after the blood van has been but I suspect it's due to them being slightly stupid, donating after not eating for a day for example. They are trialling a anaesthetic cream up here that people put on before they donate to numb the area but it's never really been something I've had discomfort with - as said above the little finger prick test they do before you donate is worse Try it, if it does work out for you at least you tried. We have a mobile van that comes to our work, which is what has brought this on - it's next on site in February sometime I believe. Expect for medical reasons, I can't see why everybody doesn't give blood. It's less than an hours time every few months, you get to lie down for a bit and have a cupa and a biscuit, and it doesn't hurt ! It's your duty.... Lets face it, if a loved one was in an accident we would be pretty pi**ed off if half way through an operation the doctors said "sorry love - got no blood left, bad-luck" Give it a go... G I'm of the same opinion really, but given I can get a headrush several times a day just by standing up too quick, I've always been reluctant to donate. I should probably point out that I've had a bad experience of having a blood test a couple of years ago. The doctor/nurse/potentially unqualified numpty that did it "couldn't get any out" of my left arm (yet my medic mates have told me they wish everyone's veins were as prominent as mine). He had the needle in my arm for well over 2 minutes while he dug around with it trying to get into a vein, and in the process he hit something that HURT. To the point where that's the only time I've actually passed out through pain (there was no blood out of me by then as he was so useless at his job). I had to sit in the hospital cafe for about an hour before I felt well enough to walk out to my car again. Now that is obviously a one-off and is unlikely to ever happen to me again, but it's put me off having blood removed from me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juanchan Posted January 13, 2008 Author Share Posted January 13, 2008 I regulary give blood. Not trying to put you off but i really dont like doing it, but you should! so no excuses! Plus its a bonus screening for any blood transmitted infections should you're doing yourself a favour too in a way A couple of my mates cite that as the reason they donate. It's obviously not, but as you say, it's doing yourself a favour in a weird way! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest GirlRacer! Posted January 13, 2008 Share Posted January 13, 2008 I donate 3 times a year (as often as they'll let you!) and I honestly think you'll be fine. I've always had low blood pressure (lots of headrushes daily and even fainting a while ago ) but on all my donor sessions I've been fine. Reason being they let you lie there for a few minutes afterwards if you need to, then as long as you sit up slowly and stay sat up for another minute or two before standing, you'll be OK. Plus make sure you've eaten enough during the day cos that will help too. By the way, I look away when they're doing it too!! Just in case I get all freaked out, it's better to just look out the window! I think you should give it a go - you'll probably wonder why you haven't been doing it for ages! Just think of all the people you'll be helping for something which is over in half an hour Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackie Posted January 13, 2008 Share Posted January 13, 2008 its a nice idea but i am sh** scared of needles, not tattoo needles but the big ones that go under your skin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Havard Posted January 13, 2008 Share Posted January 13, 2008 I knew someone would say something along those lines! Oh, and http://www.youre.co.uk Ooh, the gloves are off, you cheeky sod!! I make very few mistakes on here and I am guilty of typing too fast as opposed not knowing better...... I am going to be watching your posts from now on..... H. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest GirlRacer! Posted January 13, 2008 Share Posted January 13, 2008 But just think of all the sexy nurses fussing around you (specially if you say you're a bit nervous and need some special attention!) You'd just have to find something else to look at to distract you when they were putting the needle in... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jspec Germany Posted January 13, 2008 Share Posted January 13, 2008 Been doing it since 1993. As mentioned, it's the right thing to do and besides..... your body regenerates the blood you lose in a short period of time, so you're not losing anything really. Just go do it and then pat yourself on the back for having done something for the common good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustGav Posted January 13, 2008 Share Posted January 13, 2008 I used to donate blood, wasn't allowed to for 5 years after I came back from working overseas. Just haven't seen anywhere since, so haven't really checked. I should really donate though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael Posted January 13, 2008 Share Posted January 13, 2008 Also good to do if you are going out on the town, it makes it a cheap night Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juanchan Posted January 13, 2008 Author Share Posted January 13, 2008 I donate 3 times a year (as often as they'll let you!) and I honestly think you'll be fine. I've always had low blood pressure (lots of headrushes daily and even fainting a while ago ) but on all my donor sessions I've been fine. Reason being they let you lie there for a few minutes afterwards if you need to, then as long as you sit up slowly and stay sat up for another minute or two before standing, you'll be OK. Plus make sure you've eaten enough during the day cos that will help too. By the way, I look away when they're doing it too!! Just in case I get all freaked out, it's better to just look out the window! I think you should give it a go - you'll probably wonder why you haven't been doing it for ages! Just think of all the people you'll be helping for something which is over in half an hour I think I'd take quite a while to stand up afterwards, just in case! I'm sure they'd recommend me not to do it again if I was that bad though! Ooh, the gloves are off, you cheeky sod!! I make very few mistakes on here and I am guilty of typing too fast as opposed not knowing better...... I am going to be watching your posts from now on..... H. Most people on here make very few mistakes. I'm surprised I don't make more mistakes tbh! I just thought I'd point that one out But just think of all the sexy nurses fussing around you (specially if you say you're a bit nervous and need some special attention!) You'd just have to find something else to look at to distract you when they were putting the needle in... Will the nurses take offense if I use that as a defense for staring at them? "Well, I'd pass out if I looked at the blood, so I'm looking at your legs instead" Been doing it since 1993. As mentioned, it's the right thing to do and besides..... your body regenerates the blood you lose in a short period of time, so you're not losing anything really. Just go do it and then pat yourself on the back for having done something for the common good. How come you're only allowed to donate every few months if you recover it fairly quickly? Also good to do if you are going out on the town, it makes it a cheap night One of my mates used to donate at university on a Wednesday morning for that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
razza Posted January 13, 2008 Share Posted January 13, 2008 I do this and it only takes a bit of time out of your day but could really help someone, so why not? Help the NHS as someday you may need it;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrRalphMan Posted January 13, 2008 Share Posted January 13, 2008 I really need to get back into this, but with three kids I need all the strength I have. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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