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What is the cause of hematoma in the injection site after vit. b complex injection?

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Dr. Tony Ho answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Trauma: Any injection carries the risk of hematoma if the needle accidentally nicks a blood vessel.

Answered 3/27/2013

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