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How come the nurse had to stick me 5 times to get a sample of blood? is something wrong with me?
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No: Nothing is likely wrong with you. Some people are "harder sticks" then others. Sometimes the veins are deeper and less obvious on the surface. Sometimes when people who are hospitalized their veins become a little "worn out" if you are dehydrated, your veins may be harder to find.
Answered 8/10/2012
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