i have a rare blood type (a-b positve) & a whopping vein on my right arm so i donate pretty frequently. i should be doing platlets soon too. i have never had a bad experience donating, needles & blood don't bother me. i just don't watch when they put it in & i make sure i've eaten something before i donate.


sometimes i feel a little lightheaded but i've already donated over a gallon & i've also yet to see someone get n* from it.


i'm sorry you had a sucky experience, japa, but i'm willing to be it would be one that would not be repeated if you were to donate again. if you do go back, just stay at the canteen a little longer just to be sure you're feeling okay.