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A member asked:
How badly does a tb test hurt? i'm extremely terrified of needles and would like to know how bad it will hurt.
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TB skin test...: A TB skin test is done by placing a small needle just under the surface of the skin. It feels like a small pinch. It is not very painful at all. Perhaps if you close your eyes and don't watch, it will be easier for you to get this done. Good luck!!
Answered 7/29/2014
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None: It does not hurt much.You would feel it as much as you feel an insect bite. To distract yourself get an activity going while it is being done. Goodluck
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