Sinus infection (sinusitis) and blood donation

Not right now, but most waits are short. Active sinus infection defers donation, treat it, feel well, then come. ## The short answer Active infection plus often antibiotics, the standard sickness rule. Chronic allergic sinus symptoms without infection, a screening conversation, often fine. ## At the screening desk Tell the staff: Symptoms and any antibiotics. That conversation is confidential and takes a minute, it exists so the medical officer can clear you safely on the day. Everyone meets the same basics: age 18,65, weight 50 kg+, haemoglobin on target, feeling well today. Men donate every 3 months, women every 4, the rest rules, simply. Not sure about your case? Try the Can I donate? checker or read who can donate and the deferral list in plain words. Still weighing it? Is blood donation safe? and the honest side-effects list are straight answers, not brochure talk. ## The one line that matters The medical officer at the centre makes the final call on the day, with your name, your file and your actual reading in front of them. Use this page to walk in informed, not to overrule anyone. Related: donate blood when sick