Donated Blood

[jjmcray]

So I donated blood about a week ago, and when I am exercising in my PE class, I find myself becoming dizzy and tired and I feel like I just want to fall over. I understand this is supposed to happen right after you donate, but should it last this long?

[The Batman]

No it shouldn't you need to go to a doctor and let them know about this. They should have given you some follow up info about what to do if this happens.

[byee]

No, it's not. Your body replaces the blood pretty fast, so what you're experiencing isn't due to the blood you donated, unless you've got some underlying medical issue.

Think about other causes for your PE issue, and address that.

Oh, and good onya for donating blood. it's a noble thing to do.

[jjmcray]

Hmm... well I've never had a problem working out and stuff before... but it could be because of my lack of sleep lately...

[Patchy]

Hang on how old are you?

[The Batman]

You have to be at least 17 to donate blood and I think 16 with a parent's consent.

[jjmcray]

I'm 16 and donated with parental consent...
Wouldn't be hard to donate underage if you forged a signature, because your parents don't have to be present.