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Blood transfusion

Blood transfusion is a safe procedure. Find out about the different types, why you might need a blood transfusion and what happens when you receive it.

Thalassaemia

This inherited blood disorder prevents someone from making enough haemoglobin to carry oxygen around the body. Find out more about the types and symptoms of thalassaemia.

Blood types

You inherit your blood type from your parents. Learn more about blood types and why receiving the wrong type of blood can be dangerous.

Red blood cells

Red blood cells carry oxygen around your body and transport carbon dioxide to your lungs. Learn more about how your red blood cells work.

Intravenous (IV) Iron Infusion

Discover important information about IV iron infusions, including when you might need one, costs, how to prepare and possible risks and side effects.

Hepatitis B

Hepatitis B can lead to liver damage over time. If you have hepatitis B, it is important to protect others from infection. Find out how.

Chronic lymphocytic leukaemia (CLL)

Chronic lymphocytic leukaemia (CLL) is a common type of leukaemia that often progresses slowly without any symptoms and often doesn’t need treatment.

Shock

Shock is when not enough blood circulates around the body to deliver oxygen to your organs. It can be fatal. Learn how to help someone with shock.

Elective splenectomy

An elective splenectomy is usually recommended for certain problems with your blood and to remove the life-threatening risk of your spleen rupturing.

Drugs in sport

Using drugs to give your performance an edge can also affect your health. Learn more about what damage drugs can do to your health.

G6PD deficiency

G6PD deficiency or 'favism' is a genetic disorder. It leads to red blood cell breakdown upon exposure to certain triggers, but can be managed.

The role of a haematologist

A haematologist is a specialist doctor who treats people with conditions that affect the blood, such as leukaemia, blood clots or haemophilia.

Low blood pressure (hypotension)

Low blood pressure (hypotension) can have serious causes, and can also be caused by medicines and dehydration. Read about the symptoms and treatments.

Cytomegalovirus (CMV)

Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a common viral infection. Learn more about how CMV is spread, its symptoms and how to reduce your risk of infection.

Aortic valve replacement

The aortic valve is in your heart. It helps keep blood flowing in the right direction. Learn how to prepare for an aortic valve replacement operation.

Posterior repair

A posterior repair is a major operation usually recommended after simpler treatments have failed. Your bowel should be better supported and you should no longer have a bulge in your vagina.

Ebola virus

Ebola virus disease is a rare but often fatal illness. Find out more about Ebola transmission (spread), symptoms and treatment options.

Placenta praevia

Placenta praevia is a condition where the placenta is lying low and may cover the cervix. In some cases, a caesarean is necessary.

Haemolytic uraemic syndrome (HUS)

Haemolytic uraemic syndrome is a rare, life-threatening illness where your kidneys stop working properly, most common in children under 5 years.

Malaria

Malaria is spread by the bite of infected mosquitoes, which causes infection in your red blood cells. Learn about malaria symptoms and treatment.

HIV infection and AIDS

People with HIV are unlikely to transmit the virus or develop AIDS if they get effective treatment. Learn about HIV prevention, testing and treatment.

Blood donation

Australia relies on the generosity of donors who volunteer their time and blood. Learn more about the blood donation process and how to donate.

Necrotising fasciitis

Necrotising fasciitis is a serious bacterial infection that spreads quickly through the body. Learn why early diagnosis and wound care are crucial.

Gastrointestinal bleeding

Gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding can lead to vomiting blood or passing blood in stools. GI bleeding can be serious and may need emergency treatment.

Blood and blood vessels

Blood flows through blood vessels to carry oxygen, nutrients and waste around the body. Find out about different types of vessels and role of blood.

Sickle cell anaemia

Sickle cell anaemia is the most common and serious form of sickle cell disease. Read more about sickle cell anaemia and how it is treated.

Syphilis

Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) that can cause serious health problems if left untreated. Find out more about syphilis here.

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Search results for: "blood transfusion"

Life stage

Blood transfusion

Thalassaemia

Blood types

Red blood cells

Intravenous (IV) Iron Infusion

Hepatitis B

Chronic lymphocytic leukaemia (CLL)

Shock

Elective splenectomy

Drugs in sport

G6PD deficiency

The role of a haematologist

Low blood pressure (hypotension)

Cytomegalovirus (CMV)

Aortic valve replacement

Posterior repair

Ebola virus

Placenta praevia

Haemolytic uraemic syndrome (HUS)

Malaria

HIV infection and AIDS

Blood donation

Necrotising fasciitis

Gastrointestinal bleeding

Blood and blood vessels

Sickle cell anaemia

Syphilis

Life stage

Blood transfusion

Thalassaemia

Blood types

Red blood cells

Intravenous (IV) Iron Infusion

Hepatitis B

Chronic lymphocytic leukaemia (CLL)

Shock

Elective splenectomy

Drugs in sport

G6PD deficiency

The role of a haematologist

Low blood pressure (hypotension)

Cytomegalovirus (CMV)

Aortic valve replacement

Posterior repair

Ebola virus

Placenta praevia

Haemolytic uraemic syndrome (HUS)

Malaria

HIV infection and AIDS

Blood donation

Necrotising fasciitis

Gastrointestinal bleeding

Blood and blood vessels

Sickle cell anaemia

Syphilis

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