Question 1

can you explain to me the blood transfusion allergic reactions?

Accepted Answer

Immunologic: Causes for transfusion allergic reactions are immune related and depending on the severity can be mild (hives, urticaria, rash) to severe anaphylaxis and shock(hypotension, respiratory obstruction)
These can be from allergens present in the transfused unit or substances like cytokines in the blood product that may activate the recipient's immunologic system.

Question 2

in what way can we check blood transfusion reactions during blood transfusion?

Accepted Answer

Evaluation: Combination of clinical examination ( listen to complaints, examining the patients etc) , blood works ,  and imaging study ( like cxr) are used to check transfusion reaction.

Question 3

my baby might need a blood transfusion but im a jehovahs witness. i dont know what to do.?

Accepted Answer

Call the JW: In our hospital we have a good relationship with jehovah's witnesses.  They have specially trained people that will advise you about blood transfusion and the ways that you can sometimes get around having to have a blood transfusion.  These specialists will work with your doctor or hospital so that you and they are informed.  I would rely on your specialists in your faith.

Question 4

what are the benefits of a blood transfusion?

Accepted Answer

Treat anemia: People with significant anemia (low red blood cell count) have a reduced ability to deliver oxygen to the brain and other organs of the body. Correcting anemia with a blood transfusion can improve the symptoms of anemia such as fatigue and dizziness, and in more serious cases can be life-saving.

Question 5

are blood transfusions safe?

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Almost risk free: Alexis, i would have to say that blood transfusions are safe but not entirely risk free.  Those that donate blood are given a rigorous questionaire, and physically examined.  Then the blood removed is tested for all types of infectious disease agents including hepatitis and hiv.  The unit is then processed, stored under strict federal guidelines, and tested again before you receive the unit.

Question 6

how safe are blood transfusions?

Accepted Answer

Relatively: The greatest danger is lung damage, which is thankfully only a real problem in 1 person out of about 5000; the vast majority of folks recover. Hives and fever are nuisances but fairly comon. Blood is screened for the deadly infections including hepatitis b and c, HIV 1 and 2, and several other viruses using 21st century technology and the risk -- monitored carefully -- is extremely low.

Question 7

who cannot get blood transfusions?

Accepted Answer

Blood transfusions: Jehovah's Witnesses  are one group that issues with accepting blood products.

Question 8

how painful are blood transfusions?

Accepted Answer

Not painful: The actual transfusion of blood is painless. Having an IV placed, and of course the condition that requires you to need blood can be uncomfortable.

Question 9

when are blood transfusions needed?

Accepted Answer

Acute or chronic?: Blood transfusions are needed for various reasons, including anemia, acute blood loss from injury, internal bleeding, rectal bleeding, blood in your urine, etc. It depends on how low the blood count (hemoglobin) is and how quickly the hemoglobin has dropped.  There is professional debate on the exact number (of hemoglobin) for when to transfuse blood.

Question 10

what is a blood transfusion reaction?

Accepted Answer

Many things: The person receiving blood may react to the blood or the tranfusion process. This may be as simple as fever or rash, or may involve antibodies reacting to proteins in the blood being transfused.

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