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A member asked:

I got blood drawn today and it feels as though where they insterted the needle hurts/burns. not sure if its from the right wrap they put over as a bandage or if its really from the needle. could this be something serious? its been hours?

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It is likely they irritated some of the nerve endings that are adjacent to the vein. A cool compress can transiently reduce discomfort while ibuprofen can help diminish any inflammation. The pain should pass in time and the site/nerve endings self heal.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 7/6/2022

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