Just went today and donated plasma! I would not recommend this to anyone.
I got dizzy and sweaty. Then I blacked out and went into shock. Had to be hooked up to an iv. And to top it off my right knee is so sore I can barely put any weight on it to walk. Person there says maybe its from an old injury and getting so dehydrated must of affected my joints/muscles. I have drank so much water today and still cant walk. If you do donate make sure you drink alot of water and eat before you go! I told them I have not they still let me donate . Plus I had a quit smoking patch on and they knew this and said no problem. I later was told from another member of their staff that is really dangerous. wasnt worth the $35.oo I got! Was a scary and exhausting experience and I dont believe its good for your body to go so many times. Half the people there go there like twice a week. Geez! I only went because I am inbetween job. Made me think about putting apps in everywhere now! I only wanted gas money till I get my last check this friday! never again.
So, be careful and remember water lots of it. I dontknow what caused my reaction but I wish they would of told me no . they even asked me if I drank water before i came in or ate I told them no. To most of those people I dont think they get paid very much and they dont care just as long as they get paid every week so be careful........!!!
Posted by: min0 lee
Sorry to hear that.
Damn, I thought he was giving away a plasma tv.
Posted by: I Are Baboon
Good job donating plasma! I've been thinking about it, but so far have only donated blood. I can donate plasma during work hours and watch a DVD while donating, then they give you free movie tickets and lunch.
I think the health benefit to others outweighs the risk to myself.
I've been thinking about it, but so far have only donated blood. I can donate plasma during work hours and watch a DVD while donating, then they give you free movie tickets and lunch.