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Diabetes Type 2 : Diabetes
If you are under investigations then please check again after these have been completed.
You may donate as long as
EITHER you have been diagnosed with pre-diabetes (abnormal blood sugar) or gestational (pregnancy) diabetes as long as you do not require treatment at present
OR your diabetes is controlled by diet alone
OR You are taking the same dose of the same medication for 4 weeks or more either orally or injectable medication such as Exenatide or Liraglutide and feeling fit and well and you must make sure that
NONE of the following apply. If the following apply we are sorry but you are unable to donate.
You need regular insulin treatment
You have needed treatment with insulin within the last 4 weeks
You have suffered from Heart Failure
You are under investigation, on treatment or under follow up for renal (kidney) impairment
You have had ulcers or wounds related to a loss of sensation
You have had amputation or blood vessel surgery
You have problems with feeling faint, fainting or giddiness
If you have had gangrene then please call us to discuss on 0300 123 23 23
Please always mention medication you are taking to the staff at session