Patient's question:
Tomorrow the school is having a blood donation drive, but I have low blood pressure. I'm not sure if it's okay to donate blood with low blood pressure.Doctor's answer:
Hello: It is a pleasure to serve you. According to the situation you described, low blood pressure is not suitable for donating blood without compensation. There is a possibility that dehydration may lead to insufficient blood supply to the brain, resulting in fainting and other symptoms. For voluntary blood donation, the donor's blood pressure must be within the range of 90-140/60-90 mmHg. Before donating blood, medical staff at the blood donation center will measure your blood pressure. If it is outside the normal range, you will not be able to donate blood. If you have low blood pressure, pay attention to patience, exercise regularly, and improve your diet to enhance nutrition. It will gradually stabilize over time.