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I experience pain after venipuncture was done under my wrist. it was the first time my friend tried it with me. feeling pain underneath the puncture.

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Dr. Karen Dantin answered

?: Possible bruise or nerve involvement. See your doc if persistant.

Dr Munshower agreed

Answered 6/29/2014

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A member asked:

I experience pain after venipuncture was done under my wrist. it was the first time my friend tried it with me. feeling pain underneath the puncture.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Karen Dantin answered

Dr Munshower agreed

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