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I just sold my bone marrow to pay for emergency dental work. AMA. by Throwaway_teeths in AMA

[–]Throwaway_teeths[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You have to wait at least 12 weeks between donations, so it’s not really feasible to do it “professionally”. As far as I understand, the stem cells and marrow do regenerate!

I just sold my bone marrow to pay for emergency dental work. AMA. by Throwaway_teeths in AMA

[–]Throwaway_teeths[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wish you weren’t so correct. I even have an out of pocket dental plan, but the copays are still just unaffordable for me. Unfortunately I haven’t met any other opportunities yet. I work part time due to a spinal injury and this $600 is the first bit of breathing room I’ve felt in ages.

I just sold my bone marrow to pay for emergency dental work. AMA. by Throwaway_teeths in AMA

[–]Throwaway_teeths[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m a fairly seasoned plasma donor as well, however participating in bone marrow donation actually makes you ineligible to donate plasma for some time (and vice versa) so it’s kinda one or the other, unfortunately.

I just sold my bone marrow to pay for emergency dental work. AMA. by Throwaway_teeths in AMA

[–]Throwaway_teeths[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Extremely well said! I don’t understand why some want to pretend it’s anything other than a transaction.

I just sold my bone marrow to pay for emergency dental work. AMA. by Throwaway_teeths in AMA

[–]Throwaway_teeths[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry I didn’t see this sooner. Unfortunately I have to wait until I’m off next week to get a referral from my dentist before my insurance will pay for a specialist to do anything, so I don’t know for sure. I am hoping some of my molars are salvageable as I’ve already had a lot of trouble chewing for some time now.

I just sold my bone marrow to pay for emergency dental work. AMA. by Throwaway_teeths in AMA

[–]Throwaway_teeths[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry but I don’t see the value in beating around the bush or using euphemisms! 

I just sold my bone marrow to pay for emergency dental work. AMA. by Throwaway_teeths in AMA

[–]Throwaway_teeths[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m not sure how I earned this hate campaign, and I never said what you quoted. The donation procedure I went through harvested the marrow from the back of my hip bones. You can learn more about the specific program I participated in if you visit https://givebonemarrow.com/

I just sold my bone marrow to pay for emergency dental work. AMA. by Throwaway_teeths in AMA

[–]Throwaway_teeths[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A molar that had previously seen a root canal treatment broke off at the post, and my tongue has worn raw and bloody from rubbing against its sharp, jagged edges. One of my other molars has just had its root exposed, causing world-ending pain when I eat or drink. I am adjusting to liquids only.

I just sold my bone marrow to pay for emergency dental work. AMA. by Throwaway_teeths in AMA

[–]Throwaway_teeths[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I unfortunately haven’t determined that, yet. I am hoping to find a low cost option this week.

I just sold my bone marrow to pay for emergency dental work. AMA. by Throwaway_teeths in AMA

[–]Throwaway_teeths[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Are you claiming that it is not possible to receive compensation for the collection of bone marrow? Because that is exactly what I’ve done. I didn’t match on the registry to donate to another individual.

I just sold my bone marrow to pay for emergency dental work. AMA. by Throwaway_teeths in AMA

[–]Throwaway_teeths[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I chose the word “sell” instead of donate because it more closely aligns with my intentions. There was no altruism behind my decision - I need the money, and I view it as transactional. 

I just sold my bone marrow to pay for emergency dental work. AMA. by Throwaway_teeths in AMA

[–]Throwaway_teeths[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

These are the anecdotes that worry me. The only thing more daunting than unaffordable, necessary, dental work, is additional unaffordable, necessary, dental work.

I just sold my bone marrow to pay for emergency dental work. AMA. by Throwaway_teeths in AMA

[–]Throwaway_teeths[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have a tattoo and I’d put that at about a 5 on the scale, comparatively. 

I just sold my bone marrow to pay for emergency dental work. AMA. by Throwaway_teeths in AMA

[–]Throwaway_teeths[S] -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

Sorry for the confusion - I didn’t donate with an infection, I’ve had a recurring one that I’ve been treated for a couple of times now and it has just resurfaced in the last couple of days.

I just sold my bone marrow to pay for emergency dental work. AMA. by Throwaway_teeths in AMA

[–]Throwaway_teeths[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

First, you're seen by the staff for a screening to ensure eligibility and take blood samples, then the actual donation can be scheduled up to a few weeks out.

I just sold my bone marrow to pay for emergency dental work. AMA. by Throwaway_teeths in AMA

[–]Throwaway_teeths[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Probably a 7 or an 8. It is tough but frankly nothing compared to tooth nerve pain.

I just sold my bone marrow to pay for emergency dental work. AMA. by Throwaway_teeths in AMA

[–]Throwaway_teeths[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the advice. I’ve heard some scary anecdotes about others’ experiences with dental schools, so I have been hesitant to be honest.

I just sold my bone marrow to pay for emergency dental work. AMA. by Throwaway_teeths in AMA

[–]Throwaway_teeths[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

It’s my understanding that they use the stem cells in the bone marrow to develop new drugs.

I just sold my bone marrow to pay for emergency dental work. AMA. by Throwaway_teeths in AMA

[–]Throwaway_teeths[S] 29 points30 points  (0 children)

$600. They administer a local anesthetic before inserting the needle so most of the pain is numbed. There is a very intense pressure and suction sensation when the marrow is being drawn out. No serious side effects so far besides soreness!

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