Menorrhagia

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Acceptability at Recruitment

QUALIFIED

Acceptability at CT / Work-Up

QUALIFIED

Individual at Risk

Donor

Explanation of Condition

Heavy periods.

See also Menorrhagia

Guidance

If admits to menorrhagia, check if anaemic, and ask about any investigations in to cause of heavy bleeding. Ask about any other bleeding problems other than periods.

Donor may need iron therapy prior to donation.

Discuss with medical officer if necessary.

Pseudonyms or Related Conditions

Heavy periods

Version

Version 1, Edition 1

Date of Last Update

15th June 2012