What causes soreness in an arm after giving blood?
Generally there should not be a lot of soreness after giving blood, but a little soreness is common. It’s going to vary from person to person and donation to donation. I’ve had soreness after donations for the following reasons.Bad stick. Some times they miss the vein and need to try again or adjust the needle. The best way to avoid this is to not be too cold, and avoid moving after they mark up your arm.Over use of arm after donation. Seriously don’t carry heavy objects for a day or 2. Or even light objects in the hour afterwards.Internal bleeding. We aren’t talking major bleeding, but just enough to give you a big bruise and make you sore. Not sure why this happens, but sometimes it happens.I’d take an acetaminophen/Tylenol for the pain and swelling. A cold pack, ice or even a bag of frozen peas should help. (Just don’t put ice or peas directly on the skin, use a wet cloth around it.)How to Apply a Cold CompressIf you are in a lot of pain, it lasts a long time, or just want to talk to a professional they should have given you a call in number.
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What are blood clots?
Clotting of blood is a complex process and the body has control mechanisms to limit clotting and dissolve clots that are no longer needed. If blood clotting is poor, even a slight injury to a blood vessel may lead to severe blood loss. Similarly, excessive clotting can clog small blood vessels. Hemostasis is the body's way of stopping excessive bleeding. Blood clotting follows the same fundamental pattern in all vertebrates.When a blood vessel is injured, it constricts so that blood flows out more slowly and clotting can start. As soon as a blood vessel wall is damaged, platelets get activated and stick to the injured area. Von Willebrand's factor (a type of protein) helps platelets glue to the injured site. The proteins collagen and thrombin also get activated at the site of the injury and promote platelets to stick together. As platelets start accumulating at the site, they form a mesh and change their shape from round to spiny. They also release proteins and other substances that entrap more platelets and clotting proteins. This enlarging plug is what eventually turns into a blood clot.Formation of a blood clot also involves activation of blood clotting factors including thrombin. Thrombin converts to fibrinogen that is dissolved in blood to form long strands of fibrin. These long strands of fibrin form a net that entraps more platelets and blood cells. They also add bulk to the developing clot and help hold it in place to keep the vessel wall plugged.
Can having a low platelet count cause extreme fatigue or depression?
yes it may cause extreme fatigue and depression.Platelets also called as thrombocytes, it is a component of blood whose function (along with the coagulation factors) is to stop bleeding by clumping and clogging blood vessel injuries.A normal platelet count in a healthy person ranges from 150,000 to 450,000 platelets per microlitre of blood. When the count is below 150,000 per microlitre, it is considered a low platelet count.There are several other diseases where platelet count significantly goes down. Either there would be destruction of platelets or decreased formation of platelets. Following are few important causes of decreased platelet count - Dengue fever, Malaria, Chikungunya and viral infections - Liver diseases - Several cancers - Chemotherapy and radiations given to treat cancerMinmin PB contains purified, potent and standardized extract of Carica papaya leaf, which improves platelet count in Dengue fever and viral infections.Carica Papaya Leaf Extract helps in followingEnhances Platelet Production.Prevents Platelet Destruction.Carica papaya leaf extract also has a direct inhibitory action on Dengue virus, Malaria plasmodium and other viruses.Carica papaya leaf extract protects the body from harmful oxidants during these infections.Minmin Pb (Carica papaya leaf extract) increases the WBC counts (White Blood Cells - fighting cells of your body) & bone marrow cells, thereby boosts the body’s immunity.Carica papaya leaf extract is not recommended in pregnancy and patients who are hypersensitive to its compositionDisclaimer: Kindly consult your doctor before taking any medication.
Why do I have a bruise after getting blood drawn?
After a blood test, you may have a small bruised area on your skin where the needle went in. Rarely a larger area of bruising may appear. This can be because there was a lack of pressure at the site of the jab or the blood vessel was damaged by the needle. It is recommended not to bend your elbow after having blood taken as this opens up the vein and may result in more bruising. Bruising is harmless and will disperse in time and does not require treatment. However, in Blood test lab if you frequently get bruises after having a blood test, tell your GP.Some conditions may increase the risk of bruising. These include:• Taking anti-coagulant medicines such as warfarin or aspirin• Conditions such as bleeding disorders• Where it is difficult to locate the vein, for example if the arm is swollen• Elderly patients may bruise more easilyIn order to reduce this risk as much as possible, please tell the person taking the blood if you have any conditions as stated above, or if you have previously experienced problems during or following blood taking in a private or local labs.
Pain and Numbness After Blood Donation?
I donated blood about 4 days ago, and since then have had sporadic sharp, shooting pains in my forearm. They are often brought on by fast or intense movements, but also just bending and unbending my arm. My best analogy is that it feels like someone is plucking something inside my arm like a guitar string, it doesn't resonate really, but sharp like plucking something taut. They are also of varying intensities, sometimes bearable but other times very painful. In addition to the sharp pains I'm experiencing numbness around my wrist, the inside of it, not the back. Kind of like it's fallen asleep but it's been like that for days. For a little more background, there was some difficulty getting the needle in during the actual donation, and at one point she hit something that was very painful, I have no doubt this has to do with what I'm feeling. I just want to know what I should do, I've read similar cases online that nerve or tendon damage is usually not serious and a little icing and time will fix all, but at the same time this is interfering with everyday life for me and I can't help but wonder if a visit to the doctor is in order. Any help/advice is appreciated. Thanks! :)
How did you feel after making a platelet donation? Did it feel different from a whole blood donation?
The only real difference to whole blood donation is that in a clinical setting they will return the blood to you once the platelets are extracted (which will take about 90 mins- 2 hours extra waiting time). It may feel cold/ strange having your (room temp) blood returning back into you, so they advise to bring a jumper to wear. Because the blood is returned, you won’t feel the usual symptoms (drowsiness, lightheaded etc) that you get when donating whole blood. While waiting for the blood to be processed they often have a nice comfy waiting area, with magazines etc.If you’ve not donated before, they will take a small sample from you prior to your first donation for platelet counts and other tests, then you will be given the go ahead to book an appointment. The amount they take is often more than whole blood donation, but it’s calculated based on your height and weight etc so varies per person, and of course is returned so you won’t feel the effects.Your platelets replenish fast, and will return to normal levels within about 72 hours after donating, so you can actually donate as frequently as once a week if you wanted to.Now, it’s slightly different when donating to scientific research, more like whole blood donations. I donate platelets every ~3 months, and they don’t return the blood to you for health and safety reasons (nothing to worry about, it’s just policy because it’s outside a clinical setting). They won’t take as much therefore, I only give about 300ml per go because I’m small, and they suck it out with these big 50–100ml syringes and you’re free to go. I feel no effects from it. Although I suspect you’re asking about clinical donations.Only thing to remember is not to take ibuprofen/ aspirin products for at least 48 hours before a platelet donation (this does not apply to whole blood donations), but they will talk you through all this when you book your appointment.Finally… Good on you for donating! :)
Army - MEPS lower back test?
•Applicant: Stand relaxed, extend arms above head, locking thumbs together, bend over forward and touch the floor with fingertips, if able, keeping the knees straight. Physician: Observes each examine for: a. Scoliosis b. Other spin abnormalities You realize at basic you won't be able to have pain medication with you. You will do PT everyday.