Tendonitis - Whole blood and components

Essential information

Discretionary

If the donor is only taking nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), accept.

Supporting information

See if relevant

• Disabled donor
• Drugs and platelet donation (drug index)
• Infection, general
• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
• Steroid therapy
• Surgery

Additional information

This entry includes inflammatory conditions affecting tendons, their sheaths and bursas. Treatment may be with rest, NSAIDs (these affect platelet function), steroid injections or tablets, and surgery.

Reason for change:

A 'Discretionary' entry has been added. This entry has been expanded to include additional relevant links and additional information.

Version details:

WB-DSG Edition 203 Release 01 (01 June 2010)