I gave blood for upcoming operation in 3 weeks and they want another unit.This does not sound safe to be low?
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Rules for autologous (for yourself) blood donation are much less strict than for regular donations.  You will have enough time for your body to bring back your white cell count (these fight infection) before your surgery.  Trust the staff at your local hospital.  They've been trained in this sort of thing!
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Prepping for quadruple Bypass Surgery.\n\nBe glad you are just getting cleaned out.\n\nHow about having your chest ripped open and your legs cut open looking for good veins to use?  That sound like MORE fun?\n\nI do hope they don't find anything negative. I went through it and aside from lack of sleep the night before, and the obvious cramping from the Fleet, the procedure was no big deal.  In fact being tired made me more relaxed while the doctor rammed 5 ft. of "BLACK" hose up me.\n\nLOL, good luck!
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Registered Nurse here; Well I dislike the sound of my own advice.  However if your condition is truly a result of blood being drawn, you best avenue is to SUE, this is malpractice, and people in health care must be held accountable when they make mistakes.  As for the physician, he or she should not try to avoid the error and should address it with you open and honestly.  You should not have to pay for any of your surgeries related to this error, nor should your insurance company.  I strongly advise you to seek an attorney that specializes in malpractice.  Also you may want to consider getting another physician, if you feel they are not treating you with dignity, respect and cognitive of care that your entitled to.
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It looks like an operation is going to be done but I hadn't thought about a blood transfusion.   Thanks for the idea.  That would be good.  It would prove to Sam how much Alexis cares for her and that is what Sam is looking for...\n\nGreat question.
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Yes, but I haven't donated in years.  Last time I went in I was anemic, and then I was pregnant, and now with a 5 month old I haven't had time.  I love to donate blood, there is nothing better than knowing that with a little needle prick you could save someones life.
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First I would ask for an echocardiogram with & without saline (water bubbles); this will show any & hopefully all holes in your heart. I had it done & they found I was missing a chamber and had holes on the opposite side of my heart which required them to "cath" my heart. They make a small slice in the groin area & go through a main artery in your leg up to your heart. I'm only 5' & 100 lbs & they couldn't knock me out with morphine (I watched the entire procedure & ticked off my cardiologist -lol). My personal opinion would be 1. ask questions, make a list if you have to, 2. check out the surgeons & their history, & 3. if they are as good as they check out to be the procedure will be a cakewalk for you. I was 38 when they found all of this & now I'm 43 and alive to see my baby (23) get married this coming August to a wonderful young lady. My Dad had 2 triple arterial bypasses & he lost a leg in Korea and God bless him, he'll be 79 this July. Yes, I had a good role model but it is normal to get upset when a Dr mentions a prob w/the heart & that you have to face surgery. I now know how a lobster feels having its chest cracked but thorasic & cardiac surgery is so advanced that I can promise you that you'll be fine. Try to keep a positive attitude and have faith; they told me after 3 days that if I could walk up & down a flight of stairs 4 times, I could go home..........I bolted & got my boney butt outta that hospital & back into my own home in no time. My thoughts & prayers are with you (Navy brat here) but above all : keep the faith.\nBeth
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That is up to your surgeon, not  you. Sorry. Give his nurse a call, she'll/he'll have the correct answer for you, not us, anyway,haha.
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First of all, I hope you went to a qualified abortion clinic/facility. Second, if you did, they should have explained how much bleeding is normal and when to call with concerns. With any OB procedure, you run the risk of hemorrhage - which I'm sure was explained to you. If you're worried about the amount, I suggest you call the emergency phone number at the office.
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ABSOLUTELY...ask your OB...opinion of laymen on this is not safe!
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After one week you should have had more recovery than you have had.  There is a risk of infection with any invasive procedure but from what you say, it doesn't sound like it.  I'm sure you'll mention this when you hear from the doctor and you'll have your answer.
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It isn't a good idea because the wall of that blood vessel is weak and you could burst it. Also, you should consider the reason for the I.V.. If you have been ill, definately wait.
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I have donated over three gallon of blood. Not only are you helping other people, you are refreshing your own blood supply. It's just a wonderful thing to do, and it doesn't hurt! More people should be donating blood,there is a large shortage of blood plasma.
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yes it is normal, its only time and please avoid overexertion and follows your surgeon's orders
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If you are afraid of doing so, don't do it.\nYour history is not a bad history,  you are just afraid.\nBad history is one in which you fainted after you donate blood.\nI donated blood for 6 times now, but I still dare not look at the needle.\nWhen they come to take my blood, my close my eyes.\nIt does not hurt much when I close my eyes. \nThe one important thing is the technician or doctor who take out the blood must be very skillful, if not so,it's very painful.\nIn one time, they pierce me with that big needle for 4 times! But I'm happy that my blood can save one life. It only hurts for a day and it's over.\nMy advice is:\nif u are afraid to donate, DON'T .\nif you are only afraid of needle, CLOSE YOUR EYES & RELAX.\nAs for the interval for blood donation,it's best to donate once in 4 months.\nIf not your haemoglobin is not enough and your blood is practically has no effect for the patient.
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Very carefully... blood "dis -cray -shas".  Good luck!
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I too used to be afraid of having blood drawn..that was before I entered the medical field...If you are donating blood just remind yourself that you are saving someones life and it is the best gift you can give someone..and if you are having it drawn to locate a possible health problem that you may have..remember it could be saving your life...so either way it is important to have it done..just turn your head..close your eyes..breath and imagine good thoughts..it is just a small pinch and will be over before you know it..good luck and be brave!!!!
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I believe it is a personal choice, I give blood as i am B positive, I am also on the bone marrow transplant reg, i have left my innards to ever who wants them,  Over the years I have donated over 50 pints of blood.\nYour question is very deep, peoples beliefs are precious to them, think of all the people that want to donate, blood and organs can not because of health issues and religion.\n Two questions for you do you give Blood/plasma are you on the donor register,\nAs my friend can not give blood anymore every other pint i donate i do it for her.