Donating blood is among the most important aids that save people’s lives. However, not everyone should donate blood. The health of the blood donor is also of great importance when donating. Internal Medicine Specialist Dr. Sibel Kale gave important information about blood donation.
DON’T OVEREAT WITHOUT DONATE BLOOD
Warning for those who want to donate blood, Dr. Sibel Kale said, “Before donating blood, one should fill his stomach on condition that he does not overeat. Also, one should not consume fatty foods. While it is important to have a full stomach in blood donation, it is also recommended to consume plenty of water. After the blood donation procedure, one should not stand up immediately, and rest for 5-10 minutes.
“CONDITIONS TO DONATE BLOOD”
Stating that being over the age of 18 and over the age of 19, not reaching the age of 66, and not reaching the age of 60 for those who will donate blood for the first time, are the age criteria for donating blood. Dr. Sibel Kale emphasized that anyone with a body weight over 50 kilograms, who does not have any contagious diseases, and who fills out the donor inquiry form completely and correctly can donate blood.
PEOPLE WITH THESE DISEASES SHOULD NOT GIVE BLOOD
exp. Dr. Sibel Kale listed the people who cannot donate blood as follows: “Those who have had diseases such as Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, AIDS, those who have a tendency to bleeding; those who have had a tissue or organ transplant; those with epilepsy, chronic bronchitis, heart diseases, chronic kidney and liver failure or cirrhosis; those who use insulin because they have diabetes.”
DON’T GIVE BLOOD SLEEPLY
Emphasizing that blood donation takes about 8-10 minutes and is a painless procedure, Dr. Dr. Kale explained the things to be considered before the procedure as follows: “Before donating blood, the stomach should be full, provided that you do not eat too much. It is also beneficial not to consume excessively fatty foods before donating blood. It is also recommended to consume plenty of water when donating blood. It is important that the blood donor has not consumed alcohol within 12 hours before donating blood. It is also recommended not to give blood when you are extremely tired or sleepless.
DON’T STAND IMMEDIATELY AFTER DONATE BLOOD
Expressing that after the blood donation process, one should not stand up immediately and rest for 5-10 minutes, Uzm. Dr. Kale said, “If smoking, it should not be smoked until 2 hours after donation. Heavy things should not be carried for a few hours with the blood donated arm and should not be in extremely hot environments such as Turkish baths and saunas for 5-6 hours after donation.
ATTENTION TO THESE SYMPTOMS AFTER BLOOD DONATION
exp. Dr. Kale said, “After blood donation, effects such as arm pain, hematoma, ecchymosis formation, infection, nerve damage, allergic reactions, dizziness, fainting, iron reduction can be seen. If these symptoms are observed, a doctor should be consulted urgently.
BENEFITS OF GIVING BLOOD
The most important benefit of blood donation to the donor; Saying that saving the lives of 3 people he never knew would be his spiritual happiness, Uzm. Dr. Kale said, “When blood is given, the blood cells in your body are renewed, which makes you healthier and more vigorous. Giving blood reduces the rate of fat in the blood and is good for blood pressure, as well as reduces the possibility of heart attack. It prevents the lubrication of the bone marrow. When blood is given, the organs that make blood are also stimulated and prompted to make blood. It should not be forgotten that every drop of blood is a life saved.”
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