carbgrl 119 Posted August 2, 2012 Haven't had a chance to ask doc, is it ok to donate blood? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lilee84 648 Posted August 2, 2012 After 6 weeks and providing you had no complications - I donated last week... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Foxbins 625 Posted August 2, 2012 I used to donate every six weeks before my surgery. I donated twice afterwards. At my six month labs, my ferritin (long-term Iron stores) was at 7; should be between 22 and 291. My doc said I can't eat enough anymore to maintain my iron stores and give blood every six weeks too. She said donate every six months, max, and I have to have my ferritin checked yearly. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
theoldmusicbox 399 Posted August 2, 2012 My surgeon said no for me, can't remember why, but I guess I just don't have enough to spare. I would ask your surgeon, just to be safe. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
