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Does it hurt to get test for tuberculous/?
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PPD: A PPD test is slightly uncomfortable for a few seconds. A very small needle goes right under the skin to administer a very tiny amount of fluid. There may be a little redness there for a few hours, but that usually goes away when you aren't positive. If someone tests positive, that area gets puffy within 48-72 hours of administration. It shouldn't really hurt.
Answered 1/3/2019
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