Short Answer
Most significant heart diseases permanently prevent blood donation.
Detailed Explanation
According to Government donor guidelines, permanent deferral applies to conditions including:
- Heart attack (Myocardial Infarction)
- Coronary artery disease
- Angina
- Hypertensive heart disease
- Heart failure requiring Digitalis
- Rheumatic heart disease with residual damage
- Active chest pain
- Shortness of breath
- Swelling of the feet caused by heart disease
- Open-heart or bypass surgery
These restrictions help protect both the donor and the recipient.
Key Points
- Serious heart disease usually means permanent deferral.
- Active heart symptoms prevent donation.
- The Medical Officer makes the final decision.
❤️ Protecting your own heart is the first step toward protecting someone else's life.
