Title: Proven Tips to Prevent and Relieve Symptoms After Blood Draw
Headings: Proven Tips to Prevent and Relieve Symptoms After Blood Draw
Proven Tips to Prevent and Relieve Symptoms After Blood Draw
Getting blood drawn: Side effects
Pain in the arm after blood draw
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What not to do after getting your blood drawn

Content: This is often the case with children or elderly patients, in patients whose veins are unusually thin, or those who have low blood pressure. It’s also common for bruising to develop after venipuncture — and although this is harmless and usually fades with time, it can be upsetting to some people, particularly if the bruising occurs beyond the point of needle insertion. The more experienced the nurse is, the less likely it is that you’ll end up with bruising. Bruising typically appears around the site of needle insertion (for instance, on the inside of your elbow or wrist), but can spread beyond this location. This is completely normal and should not cause you any concern. Although bruising can be unsightly, it should resolve over the next few days without intervention. Very rarely, pain or discomfort in your arm, hand, or fingers can indicate inflammation of the arm, a tendon or nerve injury, or the puncture of an artery. The staff at the clinic or hospital where your blood draw takes place will be trained to recognize any of these uncommon side effects and offer you the most appropriate treatment and advice. Contact a medical professional if you experience any of the following symptoms after a blood draw: Stiffness, weakness, or aching in the arm
Pain that worsens when you move the arm
Severe or worsening tingling in the arm
Severe or worsening swelling in the arm
Redness or inflammation in the arm
Change of color or temperature in the arm or hand
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Feeling light headed after blood draw
A small minority of the population will feel faint after a blood draw — this can include feeling light-headed, dizzy, hot, sweaty, or nauseous.