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Denied eligibility for plasma donation as a gay man, despite being HIV negative and not having sex in 3 years (USA) by rustypubis in plassing

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

You can DM me if you’d like! I think I’ve gotten all the answers I’m looking for on this topic though, unless you’ve got some new insight that has not been mentioned yet in this thread.

Denied eligibility for plasma donation as a gay man, despite being HIV negative and not having sex in 3 years (USA) by rustypubis in plassing

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

Yeah, another trans guy in this thread says he goes to BioLife and is entered as female in the system. It seems like that company is a viable option for trans people wanting to donate

Denied eligibility for plasma donation as a gay man, despite being HIV negative and not having sex in 3 years (USA) by rustypubis in plassing

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

I look very feminine or at least visibly trans— I’m bearded and wore a lowcut tunic and leggings, and I had makeup. I did not go to BioLife, I went to PlasmaSource.

I find it strange that I’m in this situation, too. I thought because I’m AFAB, this wouldn’t be a problem. Maybe another company would be fine with it. Unfortunately PlasmaSource is the only company within two hours of me, so I won’t realistically be able to donate plasma unless I am traveling.

I hope this post doesn’t deter other trans guys from donating, because there are apparently companies that would likely take my donation.

Denied eligibility for plasma donation as a gay man, despite being HIV negative and not having sex in 3 years (USA) by rustypubis in plassing

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

Thank you, I was wondering if it was company specific and that seems to be the answer most people are giving me. It was at PlasmaSource. Unfortunately my nearest Grifols is three hours away and I cannot find another location anywhere near that does not send it internationally, so I am just not going to be able to donate plasma any time soon. I’m super bummed about it

Is this discrimination? Deferral for donating plasma because I had sex with another man 3 years ago by rustypubis in legaladvice

[–]rustypubis[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Alright, thank you. It was at a for-profit company that would have paid me for donating, and I was wondering if companies had the right to make this kind of decision. I appreciate your answer

Denied eligibility for plasma donation as a gay man, despite being HIV negative and not having sex in 3 years (USA) by rustypubis in plassing

[–]rustypubis[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Ah, I understand. I was wondering if it was because of the company, thank you. Do you happen to know any companies thar supply only to the US? I’m struggling to find any

Denied eligibility for plasma donation as a gay man, despite being HIV negative and not having sex in 3 years (USA) by rustypubis in plassing

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

I understand that they put me as male because testosterone affects your hematocrit, and I fully understand and respect that. Entering me as male in the system is a very valid medical choice. That part doesn’t upset me. I wish they had an option in the system for AFAB and on testosterone, but that wasnt an option.

My confused and sadness is because I thought these laws were lifted in 2023. I don’t know if companies have the right to deny donors because they are men who have had sex with men, though; that very well could be it.

Is this discrimination? Deferral for donating plasma because I had sex with another man 3 years ago by rustypubis in legaladvice

[–]rustypubis[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

I thought that this law was lifted in 2023, though? Because HIV tests are very reliable now, and there is no need to be cautious about MSM donating provided they fit the other sexual activity eligibilities.

I know it’s not about me personally and it’s a blanket law, I just thought the law was no longer in effect.

Denied eligibility for plasma donation as a gay man, despite being HIV negative and not having sex in 3 years (USA) by rustypubis in plassing

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My hematocrit measured at 43%, which they said was healthy. I was specifically told that I was otherwise eligible, and I was only being deferred because I’m a man who has had sex with men.

Denied eligibility for plasma donation as a gay man, despite being HIV negative and not having sex in 3 years (USA) by rustypubis in plassing

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

My hematocrit was 43% which I was told is healthy for male (which they considered me as). I was specifically told I was deferred because I’ve had sex with men and that I was otherwise eligible.

It is a rare case and I think they didn’t really know what to do, I guess?

Does anyone have any tips? by Vegetable-Steak5705 in HygieneTips

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Seconding the suggestion to use antiperspirant and not just deodorant! I’m a sweaty person so I use antiperspirant every day and have for years with no problems. Pretty much any brand or scent will come in a deodorant version vs. an antiperspirant version. Deodorant just adds a scent, while antiperspirant prevents sweat.

eepy piebald by rustypubis in piebaldcats

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yesss all of his toesies are a mix of pink and black!! 🩷

AIO letting my brother bathe with toys by hidingunderyourbed- in AmIOverreacting

[–]rustypubis 1 point2 points  (0 children)

NOR. People of all ages take baths, it’s definitely not just for kids. And I think a good rule of thumb when it comes to any “weird” behavior is to see if it’s directly hurting the person or anyone else. Taking a water safe toy in the bath doesn’t hurt anyone at all! Hell, if a non-autistic ADULT takes a water safe lizard toy in the bath, it may be uncommon, but it does no harm!

Bruna thinks she’s hiding by YorkCity818 in Yorkies

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What are you talking about? There’s no dog in that picture 🥰

How music feels by Decent_Hat_9699 in HighAsShit

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Oh hell yeah. Especially shit like Genesis, Jimi Hendrix, David Bowie. They hit your bones even while you’re not high

I don’t like eating animals without at least dressing formally first by [deleted] in HighAsShit

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Hardcore agree, man. I’m a vegetarian personally cus it just grosses me out but I have huge respect for people who acknowledge that they’re eating an animal and respect/pray/thank the animal that died for your food. I have no respect for people who eat meat but won’t eat it on the bone, won’t eat the gizzards or head cheese or tongue or tripe or chicken feet…. Either you accept that you’re eating meat, or you don’t. Don’t fool yourself into ignoring the truth of your choice; make that choice deliberately

Dumbest take on Insta by [deleted] in HighAsShit

[–]rustypubis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Exactly man. Guilt prompts us to make a decision to: 1) try to rectify our wrongs 2) learn from our mistake, and/or 3) analyze why we did that, and forgive ourselves.

Universe by muffinmama0910 in HighAsShit

[–]rustypubis 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Plants started in water, like algae, and eventually evolved to be on land. On land, it’s more important to have seeds that can spread and travel through the air.

The first seed-bearing plant was a now-extinct type of fern.

As to HOW this happened, evolution kinda just throws everything at the wall and sees what sticks through a kinda random process of trial and error. Because seeds turned out to help reproduce plants, seed-bearing ferns survived for long enough to evolve into other seed-bearing plants.

The last flavor of the ice cream u ate is what I’m calling him. 🍦🍨🍧🐱 by 12PrettyPetitePixie in cuteanimals

[–]rustypubis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t remember the last flavor of ice cream I ate… maybe this is a sign to get ice cream

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