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I have gotten blood draw twice on same arm now i feel thirsty and veins on palm of hand by thumb and center spasms non stop. no pain. what could it be?

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Dr. Thomas Mcgowan answered

Unlikely blood draw: unlikely from blood draw as they only take a small amount (1 tablespoon) so unlikely dehydrated. If a simple uncomplicated blood draw then there should have been no damage to tendons or nerves.

Dr Gabor agreed

Answered 4/2/2015

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A member asked:

I have gotten blood draw twice on same arm now i feel thirsty and veins on palm of hand by thumb and center spasms non stop. no pain. what could it be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Thomas Mcgowan answered

Dr Gabor agreed

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