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Help docs, is giving bone marrow really painful? i've heard some bad stories about it.
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Yes, but: You will have some soreness for about 3 days. But what you are doing is so important and literally saves lives. I salute you and your bravery.
Answered 9/17/2015
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