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I had blood drawn 2 weeks ago, &myvein collapse ihave small veins and dont take needles good, now its a dark circle with my skin color in middle of it?

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Dr. Lori Lange answered

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Scar: A needle puncture mark may take up to a year to heal. Unfortunately, scars take that long to mature. Nothing to do if only a color change and no pain, infection, or lump forming. Certainly, if any of these symptoms see a Doctor for re-evaluation. Likely will go away with some time.

Answered 5/1/2018

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A member asked:

I had blood drawn 2 weeks ago, &myvein collapse ihave small veins and dont take needles good, now its a dark circle with my skin color in middle of it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Lori Lange answered

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