Catarrh - Whole Blood and Components

Scenarios

Acute catarrh

Obligatory

See Infection, acute

Additional information

Catarrh may be due to infection or to allergy. If the problem is new, it should be treated as an infection.

Chronic catarrh

Obligatory

Must not donate if:

Taking prescribed medication for catarrh other than antihistamines, a nasal decongestant or nasal steroids.

Discretionary

If using antihistamines, a nasal decongestant or nasal steroids only, accept.

See if relevant

• Allergy
• Infection, general
• Steroid therapy

Additional information

Chronic catarrh may be due to infection or to allergy. A decision will need to be made as to the underlying cause.

Reason for change:

A reference to antihistamines have been added to 'Obligatory' and 'Discretionary'. A link has been added to 'Allergy' and 'Steroid Therapy'. 'Additional Information' has been added.

Version details:

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