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Are iv needles really painful?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

See below: When intraveous needles have been placed in my arms, i find the biggest factor regarding whether or not it is uncomfortable is the expertise of the person inserting it. I have very rarely felt pain but then again, I have nice big veins.

Answered 3/29/2013

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Ask: For Lidocaine injection first with a tiny needle. That way you will not feel the bigger IV needle.

Dr Placik agreed

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