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Is Blood Transfusion Safe For Potential Kidney Recipients?
Hi I am diabetic, with blood sugars under control and A1C 5.2. I have stage 3 kidney disease with Hemogloblin at 7.8. My Dr. has recommended a blood transfusion and starting erythropoietin shots. I am concerned about getting the transfusion (it is scheduled for tomorrow morning) due to potential issues with future kidney transplant. I have read that potential kidney recipients should not get transfusions. Suggestions?
Mon, 23 Mar 2020
Hello,
Transfusion can be administered if it is indicated. Unnecessary transfusions should be avoided.
Close monitoring should be done during transfusion and it has to be given very slowly also.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family physician
Transfusion can be administered if it is indicated. Unnecessary transfusions should be avoided.
Close monitoring should be done during transfusion and it has to be given very slowly also.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family physician
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