Today I got an email that I am no longer eligible to donate. I don't know if it is the meds, an assumption that I can't pass a psychological exam, or the potential effects of the meds on my kidneys and liver, but I can't donate.
I always hoped I could. There are so many ways I cannot give back to the world and this was one way I thought I could. I am very sad about this.
So, please, next time you see a sponsored drive, please sign up. It's free if you go during a drive usually, and all that is taken is a swab of your cheek. If you sign up then at least you might replace me on the list. I hate the idea that someone might have matched me and my stuff isn't good enough anymore.
Thank you.
I'm in. I will seek out a drive as soon as school is out for the summer and register in your honor! I think all my drugs would pass the "test."
ReplyDeleteI can't donate blood either and JUST found out that I can't give organs either. As you know, I was diagnosed with M.S. (Multiple Sclerosis) but I certainly don't understand why a neurological disease would prevent donation of blood or organs. They're so badly needed.
ReplyDeleteWhen I was turned away at the Blood Drive, I felt sort of "unclean" and frustrated. I finally got brave enough to offer my tiny veins...and was rejected!
Now THAT hurt!
Oh I'm sorry. I'm registered and got a call once as a potential for someone - I was one of two - but the other person worked out.
ReplyDeleteI understand that you are sad about this because I feel that way about not being able to donate a kidney, but realize that I contribute to the greater good in other ways. Just like you!
I am registered and was called once but I was one of two possibles and the other was better.
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry you aren't able to donate because I feel that way about my kidney...but I also realize that I contribute other ways. Just like you.