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Blood drawn yesterday. i woke up this morning with my arm swollen/sore about 2 inches above where blood was drawn. no bruising. is this normal?

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Common: This is a common occurrence after a blood draw. It will fade away in a few leeks like any bruise. If it starts to hurt worse or have redness that is spreading see your doctor.

Answered 10/14/2020

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Not normal but: one of the possible complications of venipuncture.

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