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A member asked:
My husband has polycythemia vera and had a phelbotomy tues. it was a rough stick and caused a hematoma. he is in a lot of pain though his arm. help?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
How Much Swelling?: The answer to your question is dependent on how much swelling there is. Also, if your husband on blood thinners, that also enters into the issue. If the pain has persisted this long, his arm should be looked at by a doc for their assessment of what to do.
Answered 3/18/2014
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