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Originally Posted by sinking
I'd like to donate my bone marrow.
i know its painful but you get the anesthetic, and then it will subside anyway with time. also, i know your bone marrow re-grows in a couple of weeks, so nothing permanent!
has anyone done it here before? what was your experience like?
what are the biggest risks?
can i donate if i take meds (anti psychotic and others?)
i'd like to get informed at the city hospital but would also appreciate if anyone wants to share their experience and thoughts here… thanks!
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here is what the registry says about mental illness..... found here in this link
Medical Guidelines for Donating Bone Marrow | Be The Match
Chemical Dependency/Mental Health
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If you have a history of chemical dependency and/or mental health issues you may be allowed to register. In general, if you have completed chemical dependency treatment, have maintained sobriety for at least 12 months, are currently sober and you have no physical ailments that may put you at risk during donation, you are allowed to register.
If you have a condition such as attention deficit disorder (ADD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), bipolar or manic-depressive disorder, or depression, you are able to register as long as the condition is well controlled and you are also medically stable.
Serious mental health conditions such as schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder or delusional disorder will prevent you from registering to become a potential volunteer donor.
It is important that you are committed and able to follow through with the donation process. Guidelines used to evaluate your current chemical dependency/mental health status are meant to protect your safety and well-being and provide the best possible outcome for the patient.
that said I have not donated due to my MS ( Multiple Sclerosis ) but a good friend of mine is a match for my daughter. yes they give you anesthesia, yes it can be painful for some, not painful for others, my friend that is the donor for my daughter says the hard part is sitting, walking....anything that she need that hip and muscle for but then she sees my daughter smiling and playing and says its all worth it even the "bee sting" (she hates needles )