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I had some bloodwork done to check for cholesterol and thyroid today and now my arm is all sore, its not bruised or anything , not bleeding so why?

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Dr. Ira Friedlander answered

Specializes in Cardiac Electrophysiology

This is probably a: reaction to the tourniquet that was tightened on the arm. It will probably resolve in a day or so. Try taking a simple analgesic like tylenol (acetaminophen) if it is bothering you a lot.

Answered 3/26/2016

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A member asked:

I had some bloodwork done to check for cholesterol and thyroid today and now my arm is all sore, its not bruised or anything , not bleeding so why?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ira Friedlander answered

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