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Why do i have bruises on my injection site?is it normal?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Yes, it's normal: When a needle goes through a vein and it bleeds, blood accumulates under the skin. That's what a bruise is and it's normal anytime you get an injection.
Answered 5/9/2013
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