#430: Blood Transfusion Alternatives & Risks Explained

In this episode of the Birthing Instincts Podcast, Blyss was experiencing issues with her wifi so Stu tackled the topic of blood transfusions solo. He discusses the challenges and alternatives to blood transfusions, particularly focusing on the concerns of patients who decline blood products due to personal, medical, or religious reasons. The episode covers recent studies on the risks associated with transfusions, explores iron replacement, erythropoiesis-stimulating agents, and the use of tranexamic acid (TXA). It also delves into the controversial topic of blood safety in the COVID-19 era, presenting contrasting views on the potential risks of receiving blood from vaccinated donors. Mentioned in This Episode Raquel’s Interview with the Breech Birth Podcast Stu’s Interview on the Rewire for Birth Podcast, Ep 56 Birthing Instincts Patreon Community About Vitamin K Deficiency Bleeding David Hayes Substack: All things in moderation? Transfusion Replacement Strategies in Jehovah’s Witnesses and Others Who Decline Blood Products Blood Transfusion 2: Alternatives to blood transfusion NIH: Alternatives to blood transfusion Concerns regarding Transfusions of Blood Products Derived from Genetic Vaccine Recipients and Proposals for Specific Measures The Science Behind Transfusion Safety in the COVID-19 Era Problems Following Blood Transfusion, using Blood Products Prepared From Donated Blood of Genetic Vaccine Recipients, and the Need for Traceability of Blood Products for Transfusion. In This Episode Transfusion Replacement Strategies for Jehovah's Witnesses Balancing Risks and Benefits of Anemia Treatments Use of Tranexamic Acid (TXA) to help prevent blood loss Artificial Blood: The Elusive Substitute Preoperative Considerations for Surgery Blood Draws and Minimizing Blood Loss Pregnancy and Postpartum Hemorrhage Alternatives to Blood Transfusion Preoperative Autologous Donation COVID-19 and Blood Transfusion Safety Podcast Produced by: Raquel Hernandez, Pride and Joy Doula Care This show is supported by WeNatal | Go to WeNatal.com/Birthinginstincts for a free magnesium with any subscription order.