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Blood test on my arm she used a vein i never see them use, it hurt more this time and have purple bruise around area, not hurt, 3 days i need to worry?

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Dr. James Cain answered

No: This sounds like a normal although somewhat painful phlebotomy. If the pain and bruising persist, see your doctor.

Answered 9/21/2014

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A member asked:

Blood test on my arm she used a vein i never see them use, it hurt more this time and have purple bruise around area, not hurt, 3 days i need to worry?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Cain answered

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