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    Apr 13, 2010, 01:17 PM
    Donating marrow
    I keep seeing and hearing all these ads for becoming a marrow donor. I was just wondering if anyone here has ever donated marrow? And if so, what was it like? I'm thinking about maybe signing up to be a donor. But I'd like to learn more about it before I do.
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    Apr 13, 2010, 01:31 PM

    Hi justy, that thought is very generous of you. There are many people who need bone marrow transplants and on waiting lists. I could explain but there is a website that will tell you all you need to know. It is a very involved procedure to go through.
    How to Donate Bone Marrow - wikiHow

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