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Moleypeg t1_ivx0cmf wrote

If you think you are going to pass out, don’t lock the door!

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Kaos2025 t1_ivxdl23 wrote

Why?

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viber_in_training t1_ivxdr33 wrote

Because if you actually need medical attention no one can get to you...

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ZerotheWanderer t1_ivxsu1o wrote

Restaurant should have keys to every lock, but still wise to not lock the door. Not like you're thinking straight in such a situation.

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therealpigman t1_ivypb1k wrote

They’d probably take at least an hour to realize and unlock the door. You could die in that time

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papipendejo t1_ivzq1rq wrote

0-100 my guy.

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happy-cig t1_iw0f50j wrote

Well he's right. If you passed out and hit your head, the difference of time between the next person walking right in vs someone thinking it's locked because someone's using it could be the difference of life or death.

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DredLobsterX t1_ivz2m00 wrote

They should but I wouldn't count on it. I was working at a grocery store when an autistic teen locked themselves in the bathroom and refused their mother's pleas to come out for quite some time. No one at the store could find the key. Eventually the mother persuaded them to exit. If there was an emergency on the other side of that door, it would have had to of been opened by force.

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doctafknjay t1_ivyxzjj wrote

Simple question, why did 70 some people think it was right to downvote this inquiry? Can you not genuinely ask something to get an answer? Lol

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rhiannonm6 t1_ivzbs4x wrote

People on Reddit think they're too smart to ask questions.

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doctafknjay t1_ivzcnh2 wrote

With the amount of downvotes, I'd be afraid to ask too if I knew what the karma actually meant 😅

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designer_of_drugs t1_ivx8ow2 wrote

Hey everyone, if you are seriously ill, don’t lock yourself in a room. This makes you much harder to rescue.

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cerebellum0 t1_ivy1l2q wrote

It's actually a very common, very bad instinct. People like to walk away from crowds and die in the bathroom. Happens alarmingly often with choking.

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yeeyeepeepee0w0 t1_ivyiha9 wrote

omg literally me. this wasn't my first rodeo passing out, so i mostly just wanted to do it in privacy instead of panicking a bunch of diners and making a scene lol. ill make sure to keep the advice given to not lock the door in mind for future medical issues

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canolafly t1_ivym2tk wrote

Do you think maybe you should find out why you are passing out? It doesn't sound like a fun rodeo. I mean, rodeos aren't generally fun, but still...

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brads99 t1_ivz4c2i wrote

For some people it’s just an overreaction to a perceived threat. Look into vasovagal syncopy

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Dr_Wh00ves t1_iw2kdj5 wrote

I get that a lot but it is usually caused by dehydration/heat/standing up too quickly, always a fun time though.

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brads99 t1_iw2lk3q wrote

Oh yes definitely I forgot about that!

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TonyBanana420 t1_ivz3lyl wrote

Okay first off, rodeo's aren't fun? They sound like a blast. And second, he passed out because he gave blood and then drank, its literally in the title lol

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amaraame t1_ivywp1h wrote

I wonder if it's a long forgotten instinct for self-preservation? Like a need to protect yourself from potential harm while unable to stay alert.

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cerebellum0 t1_ivyx9o5 wrote

I think it's more related to shame/embarrassment, just like OP replied. They don't want to "make a scene" so they go to the bathroom, not realizing how serious the situation is. Especially with choking, they think they could cough/vomit it up but lose consciousness and no one is aware to save them. It's terrifying actually. Bring a friend on your shame bathroom trips friends!

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Korgon213 t1_ivwrnu0 wrote

Sounds like a great time, poorly executed. USN sailors know to give blood right before a port call bc their $$ will go farther. Next time, increase iron and water intake.

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AJRgamer t1_ivwsbjp wrote

I’ve heard oreos are a good thing to eat after giving blood. The iron content in those things is no joke.

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lstsmle331 t1_ivx22um wrote

There’s iron in Oreos?? TIL.

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MarvinLazer t1_ivx9kbd wrote

So you're saying they're good for me? And that it's okay to eat them for dinner and my wife is wrong?

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[deleted] OP t1_ivxcyhe wrote

Hang on, you told your friends you where going to the bathroom to pass out, and they just left you to it? Think you learnt a couple of lessons tonight!

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yeeyeepeepee0w0 t1_ivyipb2 wrote

yeah, it's not the first time i've passed out around them before, though. as soon as i was leaving the bathroom our bartender friend was standing right outside and they were like "lol if u didnt come out in the next 2 minutes i was gonna unlock the door w the keys"

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MXXIV666 t1_ivy32kl wrote

Exactly, if I felt like I'm going to pass out I'd kinda expect them to take care of me. Same if my friend was about to pass out or felt sick.

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boydbunny03 t1_ivyftgq wrote

LOL yeah, I got stuck on the part where they announced to their friends that they were gonna go pass out real quick, brb.

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enricobasilica t1_ivxb05x wrote

Not sure where you are, but your blood donation materials are seriously lacking. Here they advise you not to drink for 1-2 days ideally, and certainly not 2 hours after donating (!!!) regardless of how much you've eaten.

People, dont be this guy. When you donate, dont drink the same day - simple as!

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ifelife t1_ivxz3tl wrote

I've seen 8 hours but also know the key is to drink little alcohol the day before, if any, and eat and drink as much as you can before snd after your appointment. I have s blood disorder that requires removal of around 500mls about every three months. To make it successful and less pain i follow these rules. Plus minimal exercise or activity the day of. It really does make a difference

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coilycat t1_ivykbad wrote

What exactly is responsible for such a dramatic reaction?

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lavendar17 t1_ivz32vh wrote

I would guess that since you donate 10% of your blood when you donate, your BAC is way higher, way faster? Coupled with the trauma of losing so much blood and trying to build it back? Just some guesses though.

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Patzercake t1_iw0unhr wrote

Those are good guesses. Your body doesn't replace the missing blood right away, takes some time for the bones to churn out new blood cells.

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Kind-Interaction2895 t1_ivwzsg6 wrote

The nurses literally tell you this. They tell you “DO NOT DRINK.” as you walk out.

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kaboomviper t1_ivy8wiv wrote

I've never had a nurse tell me this, I had no idea this was a thing

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Kind-Interaction2895 t1_ivya5cq wrote

That’s bad! When I donated at college and joked with them as I left “Okay I’m gonna chug a beer now!” And they’re all like “NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!” And all proceeded to yell at me. It was funny to me because I was kidding. They didn’t get the joke.

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robbz23 t1_ivxbadr wrote

As a freshman in college a buddy and I attempted to do this. We gave blood then went down to the local pub that was known to be friendly to underage kids. Unfortunately for us (or maybe fortunately) the bartender wouldn't serve us because it was too early in the day.

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JamieDrone t1_ivwq525 wrote

Personally I would say you should wait a few days after donating before drinking

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Big_Bottom_69 t1_ivxqky2 wrote

Once in college, I was over served margaritas at a Tex Mex restaurant. When we got to my bf's ride, which I have no memory of, I vommed in the front seat. This angered my 10-years- older date; he stopped at a gas station to clean up when inspiration struck. Dude carried me into the restroom (he must have gotten a key from the attendant) and tried to drive away. The attendant noticed, and stopped him from leaving without me. I woke up hours later on a couch in the basement of my dorm, skirt tucked into my hose. Steve, if you're reading this...don't donate blood before abandoning your unconscious date in a gas station shitter!

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FloridaMomm t1_ivxt743 wrote

I am a frequent blood donor and my reading materials always say not to drink for 24 hours after a cycle. My FIL and his frat brothers used to donate blood and then drink (against advice) so they could get crazy wasted for cheap . It’s definitely not a great idea but people do it

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DeathGP t1_ivyj1f1 wrote

In Ireland they use to give you a pint of Guinness after donating blood mainly cause it was full of iron and to encourage people to donate

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Left_Pineapple4428 t1_ivyhsv4 wrote

I've done this. I had one drink and then proceeded to throw up everything I've ever eaten in my entire life. Seriously, DO NOT drink after donating blood.

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arayner90 t1_ivyawil wrote

In the Uk we recommend to our blood donors not to drink alcohol for 24 hours post donation, probably for that exact reason.

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YourDadsUsername t1_ivyhz11 wrote

Many people who die of choking in restaurants are found dead in the bathroom. People will literally die before embarrassing themselves by asking for help.

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Pristine_Ad5229 t1_ivyasb1 wrote

Also don't eat rum cake or eat wine jelly after donating blood.

Just saying

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--LowBattery-- t1_ivyarg8 wrote

It's surprising how fast you go from sober to annihilated after giving blood. Did it once, it was awful.

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Jedibbq t1_ivyc2mq wrote

Were you born yesterday?

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yeeyeepeepee0w0 t1_ivyhvz1 wrote

the saddest part of this is that this is my FIFTH time donating blood 😭 this was just the first time since i've been over 21

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meesterdg t1_ivytl5h wrote

We've all passed out in a texmex restaurant bathroom for one reason or another. Don't sweat it

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JiveTalkerFunkyWalkr t1_ivz1kj1 wrote

Would someone’s weight make a difference? Or do they take more blood from taller people?

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yeeyeepeepee0w0 t1_ivz9hmz wrote

Not sure. I'm 5'8" female, 135. I lost four pounds between yesterday morning and this morning 💀

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Terrible-Image9368 t1_iw0i6ep wrote

I believe they take the same amount of blood from everyone. I do know you have to be 110lb to be able to donate. The less you weigh the more it affects you when you donate

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VoraciousTrees t1_ivz2z4p wrote

Also, don't have sex. You will pass out and it will be extremely awkward for everyone involved.

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MadMardegan t1_ivy9pfs wrote

Up until around 2010, they would give you a can of Guinness after donating blood in Ireland 🤠

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collinnator5 t1_ivyozf1 wrote

I donate blood every 8 weeks. On a solid streak right now, I donate today actually! Typically I have a ritual where I buy a special 4 pack of beer to drink at home that night (only one though that night). It’s my own little happy hour.

Keep donating though!

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one_salty_cookie t1_ivzpzyu wrote

I used to do the 2RBC donation where they take 2 units of blood out of you and return the plasma. It was nice to get a serious buzz after a couple of glasses of wine. Never got sick though, I think I have a cast iron liver.

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CurrentSpaces t1_iw0fw6j wrote

Made this mistake. Donated blood at uni, forgot that I had done that, went to a party, drank normally, got drunker than ever, barfed on my future in-laws’ bathroom carpet. A sad day.

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SchnarchendeSchwein t1_iw0ws93 wrote

Don’t lock the door. I almost passed out in the bathroom once. Nearly brained myself on one of those fancy sinks on the way down. Plus, I had water running and was bleeding, so it looked like a cross between the Shining and a flood by the time someone came.

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Key_Wallaby4604 t1_ivzdj42 wrote

I had a doctor take some blood for tests. He said and I quote “Coolest thing about this is you can go get hammered after this off of like two beers”.

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prylosec t1_ivzdq8i wrote

When I was in college we used to go running after donating blood to save money at the bar.

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TheMrKablamo t1_ivzku55 wrote

If you donate blood in my country you actually get free beer afterwards at some places.

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highfromkc t1_ivzw73r wrote

Sometimes this happens to me when I’m sober

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High_Life_Pony t1_ivzxcrl wrote

This title would be a great prompt for AI generated art.

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Terrible-Image9368 t1_iw0iffc wrote

After reading this I think it’s probably a good thing I can’t donate

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Cyberdyne-800 t1_iw0ucmv wrote

Well I have to say I am very glad I postponed drinks with friends on the same day as my blood donation in 2 weeks.

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exscapegoat t1_iw0xr6x wrote

Inadvertently made dinner plans on a blood donation day. I’m glad I ate lunch after donation and drank a ton of water. One drink with appetizers and dinner hit me like about 3-4 drinks. I bought an electrolyte drink on my way home and drank some more water before i went to bed. Wasn’t driving. If people are going to drink alcohol at all, after giving blood, leave the car at home. That glass of wine you may be able to tolerate with a full meal over several hours can make you drunk enough to be impaired

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exscapegoat t1_iw0wzt3 wrote

I was able to get away with drinking the same day as donating blood in my younger days. I would just drink half of what I’d normally drink to compensate for decreased tolerance.

I gave blood recently (now in my 50s). I had one drink with an appetizer and dinner after having lunch and drinking a lot of water post blood donation. I was able to get home ok and bought an electrolyte drink on the way home. If I had a second alcoholic drink, I’m not sure I’d be able to get home ok. Going to have to plan dinners with friends on non blood donor days or get a mocktail instead. Place I went to had lavender lemonade. Will go for that next time.

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MobiusNaked t1_ivz7n5e wrote

As a student in the UK we used to hit the pub immediately after donating. No one passed out after a lot of drinking. You must have had something else going on.

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fishywiki t1_ivxhbo6 wrote

When I first started donating in College, many moons ago, it was normal to be given a Guinness afterwards. I never heard of that causing any negative episodes, although I suppose it's possible. It sounds like you had plenty to eat and had only a single beer, so I suspect this is a good example of conflating correlation with causation.

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FloridaMomm t1_ivxtrm7 wrote

Wrong wrong wrongity wrong. This is not an issue of correlation and causation being confused, it’s well established scientific fact that drinking after blood donation changes your tolerance to alcohol. For one thing you have less blood to dilute the alcohol in your system, so BAC gets higher than it normally would from the same drink. The other problem is that blood donation increases the risk of dehydration, which can lead to passing out (or a massive hangover if you drink)

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I_love_misery t1_ivy29fj wrote

Last sentence I have definitely experienced first hand. I donated blood then went walking to the store on a hot day (about 1 mile round trip) and almost passed out. So yeah don’t do anything that increases the dehydration after blood donation.

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WhatAGoodDoggy t1_ivxoyea wrote

I donated blood at 3pm, cycled 8 miles home an hour later and then went out for drinks because it was Christmas Eve.

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WonofOne t1_ivx35fs wrote

I think a beer would’ve been ok. You must’ve drank liquor. Live and learn I guess

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SolKaynn t1_ivx0ip9 wrote

Ahahaha. Been there, done that, OP. It sucks the first time, but honestly it gets fun if you do it enough. Hope you're recovering well my guy. Get some more water and iron in you.

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