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My vein in my left arm hurts when i extend my arm all the way, why does it do that ?

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Dr. Philip Schwarzman answered

Veins don't hurt: You are probably stretching the muscle past the point of comfort.

Answered 12/8/2020

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A member asked:

My vein in my left arm hurts when i extend my arm all the way, why does it do that ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Schwarzman answered

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