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I was wondering why people fear blood draw or injection?
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Phobias: Some people may be afraid due to the pain associated with needle stick. Others have a phobia of seeing blood. For others it may harken back to some unpleasant experience with healthcare providers. Phobias are by definition irrational.
Answered 10/4/2013
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