Question 1

today i saw a patient with jaundice she developed it only one day after blood transfusion so what are the causes ? could it be haemolysis? ?

Accepted Answer

Probably: Most likely this is indeed hemolysis. It's usually but not always possible to pick up sensitivity to donor blood by a recipient; the Kidd blood group antibodies are expecially treacherous here. There are a variety of other causes of jaundice, including liver disease and bile duct obstruction. Blood transfusion saves many lives but the risks must always be weighed against benefits.

Question 2

how safe is a blood transfusion?

Accepted Answer

Very safe: Blood donors are screened for diseases and medications. Blood products are screened for infectios agents, bacteria, viruses and parasites. Blood banks store blood for a limited period of time only.

Question 3

how can blood transfusion help in :-?

Accepted Answer

Decreased oxygen lev: This is a clinical decision since patients with symptoms of hypoxemia (low oxygen) most likely will not improve until their oxygen carrying capacity (red blood cells and hemoglobin) are increased to support the normal function of the body.
In cases of acute bleeding of 2 or more liters of blood, the patient most likely will need a transfusion (our body has 4-6 liters of blood or 10 pints).

Question 4

how often do i need a blood transfusion

Accepted Answer

It deoends: It depends what you need for? For example some people need it because they are bleeding  from some were, if the bleeding continues they have to  give blood transfusion tell the bleeding stop and your blood level get high enough to support your system. That could one time or 10 times.

Question 5

how do i prepare for a blood transfusion?

Accepted Answer

Recently eaten: Make sure you don't have an infection currently and eat as normal.  Don't go in starving; otherwise, you may faint.  There are other medical issues that could preclude you from donating but this will be discussed with you at the pre-donation screening interview.

Question 6

which illnesses require blood transfusion?

Accepted Answer

Need of blood: Blood transfusions are required when a patient's body can't maintain adequate oxygenation for tissues due to decreased red blood cells. Usually if hemoglobin levels are below 6 g/dl and there are symptoms of anemia or active bleeding, a transfusion maybe required in order to save his or her life.

Question 7

would a blood transfusion affect immunity?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Transfusion-associated immuno-modulation (TRIM) is independent of whether the blood is allogenic, autogenic, or leukodepleted. This has been described since 1973, seen in the improved graft survival in kidney transplant in transfused patients. Some effects include down-regulation of the immune function by decreasing cytokine production, and an increase in T suppressor cell number and function.

Question 8

how dangerous is it to get a blood transfusion?

Accepted Answer

There is some risk.: Blood transfusions have their dangers and risks like anything else.  There is a risk of an antibody reaction with an antibody like anti-kidd that was not present in the screening crossmatch, just as there can be a febrile reaction in even a perfect transfusion.  However, it is done for a reason, like uncontrolled bleeding, or surgery, and the results of not doing it can be worse.  It is therapy.

Question 9

how frequently do anemics need blood transfusion?

Accepted Answer

It depends: Most often, the cause of the anemia can be found and treated. Especially if health is otherwise good, transfusion is best reserved for anemia sufficient to interfere with a person being able to do the basic things they enjoy -- being able to get around. Blood bankers are the only businesspeople who work hard to reduce demand for their product. Best wishes.

Question 10

how safe is it for a person to get a blood transfusion?

Accepted Answer

Relatively: If you really need blood, worth the risk. The greatest danger is lung damage, which is thankfully only a real problem in 1 person out of about 5000; most folks recover. Fatal type mismatches are rare today. Hives and fever are nuisances but fairly common. Blood is screened for hepatitis b and c, HIV 1 and 2, and several other viruses using 21st century technology and the risk is extremely low.

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