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I never get bruises. i have gotten my blood drawn and they have blown my vain but i didn't get a bruise or even a mark. is this normal?

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Dr. Jay Bradley answered

Specializes in Cornea, Cataract, & Refractive (LASIK & PRK) Surgery

Bruising: The amount of bruising related to blood draws or a "blown vein" varies from person to person. You are lucky not to get bruises but it is normal.

Dr Sparacino agreed

Answered 11/7/2012

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