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sommap

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Have you ever given blood?
« on: March 21, 2012, 11:53:06 am »
I tried to give blood a couple of times, but I have small rolling veins.  They sent me home.  If I have to give some blood for medical testing, they have a very hard time finding a vein that doesn't collapse.  I usually warn them ahead of time so they can be prepared. 

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Re: Have you ever given blood?
« Reply #1 on: March 21, 2012, 02:56:34 pm »
I donated once but passed out during the process. After the experience I don't think I will do it again unless it is important for a family member or friend.

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Re: Have you ever given blood?
« Reply #2 on: March 21, 2012, 02:57:42 pm »
I would like to, but I fear needles so I can't.  The sad part is, I'm O-.  I'd be a perfect donor.

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Re: Have you ever given blood?
« Reply #3 on: March 21, 2012, 03:08:49 pm »
I couldn't even if I wanted to. Half of the time when they draw blood for tests (which thankfully isn't that often) I end up pretty much fainting.

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Re: Have you ever given blood?
« Reply #4 on: March 21, 2012, 03:19:44 pm »
Ive given blood a couple of times its really not that bad

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Re: Have you ever given blood?
« Reply #5 on: March 21, 2012, 04:17:52 pm »
I am afraid with needles

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Re: Have you ever given blood?
« Reply #6 on: March 21, 2012, 07:10:24 pm »
I used too give blood all the time at least once or twice a year for almost 20 years. But now i can't. It was a way of paying back for all the blood donated too me when i was trying to carry a child too term. I am 0 postive. Just look the other way when they are going to stick the needle in, it dosen't hurt much.

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Re: Have you ever given blood?
« Reply #7 on: March 22, 2012, 12:03:03 pm »
NO. BUT I WOULD LOVE TO BECAUSE I THINK I CAN CHANCE THE WORLD.  ;D BUT IM AFRAID OF NEEDLES.

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Re: Have you ever given blood?
« Reply #8 on: March 22, 2012, 12:17:57 pm »
No.  I was hospitalized as a child, it ruined me.... I can't stand needles.

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Re: Have you ever given blood?
« Reply #9 on: March 22, 2012, 12:31:58 pm »
I can't give blood I'm anemic. Wish I could A+

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Re: Have you ever given blood?
« Reply #10 on: March 22, 2012, 01:11:47 pm »
I tried to give blood once, but I have a medical condition that does not allow it.

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Re: Have you ever given blood?
« Reply #11 on: March 22, 2012, 08:12:01 pm »
Yes, as a volunteer I have donated blood for at least 3 times to the American Red Cross during the last decade.

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Re: Have you ever given blood?
« Reply #12 on: March 22, 2012, 08:48:29 pm »
I have not given blood.

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Re: Have you ever given blood?
« Reply #13 on: March 22, 2012, 08:55:40 pm »
No. Jesus already did that for everyone :angel11:
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Re: Have you ever given blood?
« Reply #14 on: March 22, 2012, 08:57:57 pm »
I have never given blood. I believe this can be the year that I can do this wonderful gesture that can save a life. ;D

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