Red Drops - Dos And Dont's

Dos’ and Don’ts

Drink plenty of fluids.
No extra diet is required to replenish the blood lost during donation.
The blood donor should take rest for 10-15 minutes after blood donation. The rest period allows the body to adjust to the loss of blood in the system and for the blood transfusion service to ensure the bleeding has stopped before the donor leaves the donation area.
Do not pull heavy object by the donating hand for 24 hours.
Do not smoke for 1 hour.Cigarette smoking may cause you light headed.
Do not drink alcohol till next meal after donation. This time allows the body to adjust to the lower level of red cells - the oxygen carries in the blood system.
You can drive vehicle after half an hour of blood donation.
You should not do strenuous exercise for 24 hours.
If you are a civilian pilot, you should not fly aircraft for 3 days.
If you are a military pilot, you should not fly aircraft for 5 days.
If bleeding does occur again, the donor should press down firmly on the area for about 5 minutes and raise the hand above the level of heart and apply a clean dressing when the bleeding stops.
In case of any other discomfort or problem please contact the blood bank.