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by Mizu.Koori on December 9th, 2006

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What must and/or must not a blood donater do before/while/after donating blood?

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  • by ChrisDG on December 9th, 2006

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    Things as mentioned in previous answers such as drinking fluids (not alcohol!) to replace blood volume, but since the blood cells themselves take longer to replace, it's possible to still feel a bit faint for a few hours afterwards. Also, if you need to take the stairs, don't charge up them as the sudden increase in work rate may not be compensated fast enough by the heart and can cause you to feel lightheaded or even faint, not ideal on staircases!

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  • by munchkin_kids_downunder on December 9th, 2006

    munchkin_kids_downunder

    stay hydrated before and after as well as the other suggestions you get!

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  • by Namaste formerly future_health_educator on December 9th, 2006

    Namaste formerly future_health_educator

    It is important to eat before donating blood.

    Afterwards take it easy for a couple of hours.

    Don't ride in fast elevators. The can cause your blood pressure to drop resulting in light headedness or fainting

    Don't smoke or drink alcohol for a few hours.

    Avoid heavy lifting or straing your arm.

    For more info copy paste this link.

    www.aabb.org/Content/Donate_Blood/Donation_Process/bdprocess.htm

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  • by metalwarrior14 on December 9th, 2006

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    dont let fleas bit you.

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  • by Wendora on December 9th, 2006

    Wendora

    Mainline heroin?

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