Title: Bruising and arm pain - NHS Blood Donation
Headings: Bruising and arm pain
Bruising and arm pain
Does it hurt to give blood?
Will giving blood bruise my arm?
What if you can't find a suitable vein?
Why is my arm painful after giving blood?
Treat your bruise with R.I.C.E
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Bruising and arm pain
Bruising and arm pain
Although we hope that no one will have any ill effects from giving blood, occasionally bruising of the arm and some arm pain may develop. Does it hurt to give blood? Following needle insertion you should be comfortable during your donation. If your arm hurts or feels sore while giving blood please alert a member of staff. Will giving blood bruise my arm? Occasionally, bruising of the arm may develop. The bruise may look dramatic and some people can find this worrying, especially if it appears away from the donation area. Bruises are usually harmless and will disappear with time and it is normal for them to spread out before fading. If you do develop a bruise the following R.I.C.E advice may also help.