I am thinking about giving blood this week at a Red Cross drive this week. I am nervous and all, but I am also not sure if my diabetes will be a problem. I am not severely diabetic, like I am not on insulin. At the moment I am trying to control it through diet and exercise. If you have any ideas I'd appreciate it. Also, if you are a blood donor, can you help relieve my nerves about giving as well. I'd appreciate any help and advice possible. But if you are going to be stupid, save your time and don't answer.
2007-02-17 10:41:35 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Diabetes
This question comes up about once every two or three months here on Answers. The answer is simple.... If your blood sugar is under control and you are healthy and not on any excluded drugs, the answer is yes, you can donate blood. If you aren't under control and/or on excluded drugs, then no... you can't donate.
2007-02-17 13:27:18 · answer #1 · answered by Mr. Peachy® 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
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Can you give blood as a diabetic?
I am thinking about giving blood this week at a Red Cross drive this week. I am nervous and all, but I am also not sure if my diabetes will be a problem. I am not severely diabetic, like I am not on insulin. At the moment I am trying to control it through diet and exercise. If you have any...
2015-08-07 17:45:10 · answer #4 · answered by ? 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am diabetic, and I do not give bl0od because I feel that my blood may cause some one that may potentially get my blood, may develop the disease. I would talk with someone at your local Red Cross chapter or talk to your diabetes doctor or educator and ask about the risk of giving blood while being a diabetic.
You have to be careful to and not get tired or weak as you can from giving blood.
Certain blood types you cannot give, so be careful.
Also you can contact the American Diabetes Association to ask about this before you give to make sure that you keep everyone safe and happy.
Giving blood is not painful or scary. Just make sure that you drink plenty of fluids the day before you plan to give. /The more hydrated you are, the quicker your blood will flow, and you will feel better and the area where they insert the needle will not be as painful or it may not even bruise where as if you do not drink enough fluids, it will take longer for the blood to flow, and you may even have a bruise at the injection site and you may even feel tired and fatigued.
2007-02-17 11:59:11 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah you should be able to give blood, just be sure to eat a nice meal full of carbs before hand since stress and fear can sometimes lower your sugar you really do not want to go into diabetic shock.
Tips for giving blood:
try to stay calm
go with a friend if you can to help keep you relaxed
realize that though you may be scared your helping save lives
dont forget to eat before hand or you will get very weak
if you feel weak afterwards lay down for a while
dont drive until you feel like your normal self again
Most importantly
Feel great about what you did!!
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2016-05-17 03:39:02 · answer #7 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I don't think they will let you donate because of the diabetes,I could be wrong but they are pretty picky about the blood being donated,I'm not allowed because I take Methadone for pain management. Also, it is so easy to donate,it doesn't hurt just a little pinch when the needle goes in,the rest of the time you kick back while the blood bag fills. They usually offer donuts,juice afterward,I am not sure why,maybe just a small thank you for donating. Good luck, I hope they let you donate,it's very rewarding.
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2016-03-05 20:12:08 · answer #9 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
http://www.das.ohio.gov/blooddonor/FAQ.html#num2
Read question and answer # 17. This page contains good information that may help you answer other questions and doubts you may have.
17. I am diabetic, can I donate?
Yes, diabetics can donate even if they are taking insulin, as long as they are otherwise in good health and feel up to donating.
Again:
"You can donate blood if you are diabetic taking insulin and in good health."
http://www.drdaveanddee.com/diabetic.html
2007-02-18 09:50:33 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have been diabetic for 4 years now, on oral medication, and have never had any problems donating blood. as usual, they will ask if you are in good health that day and what medications you are taking, but as long as you are taking care and doing fine, you'll have no problem, just make sure you are drinking the reccommended extra water afterwards.
2007-02-17 11:33:44 · answer #11 · answered by blackjewelwitch 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋