| Obligatory | Must not donate if: a) The site of venepuncture is affected. b) There is broken or infected skin |
| Discretionary | If the condition being treated does not exclude, accept. |
| See if Relevant | Acne Alopecia Dermatitis Infection - General Psoriasis Steroid Therapy |
| Additional Information | Any area of broken skin can be a means for bacterial entering the blood. This risk is higher if the venesection site is affected. Bacteria can be a serious threat to anybody receiving blood or blood components. This is because bacteria can multiply to dangerous levels after collection. |
| Reason for change | Appropriate links and 'Additional Information' have been added. |
| Donor Information | If you wish to obtain more information regarding a personal medical issue please contact your National Help Line. Please do not contact this web site for personal medical queries, as we are not in a position to provide individual answers. |