Hi, it has been a week now since I donated blood and there is terrible bruising along the side and right above where they placed the needle. There is also a stiff tightening pain as I move my arm that goes from my elbow up towards my shoulder. I ve taken aspirin and ibuprofen occasionally to try and ease the pain but nothing has helped. I even tried icing it on and off the first few days after, which was recommended by our American Red Cross donation center. Should I be concerned?
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. As per your history,  bruising may be due puncture of vessel during blood donation. don't take tab. aspirin or brufen as it increases chances of bleeding. Apply thrombophob and ice locally. It will take 4 to 5 days to gooff. Take care. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shyam B. Kale