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Headings: Bruising After Blood Test: Causes and Dealing Methods
Bruising After Blood Test: Causes and Dealing Methods
What Causes Bruising After Blood Test?
How to Deal with Bruising After Blood Test
How to Prevent Bruising After Blood Test
Other Possible Complications of a Blood Test

Content: Repeat this a couple of times, and make sure that you end the treatment with a cold cloth. Contact your medical professional if you: Notice that the pain is getting worse
Feel a numbing sensation in your arms, hands or fingers
Notice that your swelling is increasing
Notice that your arm is red
Notice that your arm is cold and pale
How to Prevent Bruising After Blood Test
You can successfully prevent bruising by applying solid pressure on the injection site 3 to 5 minutes after the needle has been removed. If your artery has been pierced, the pressure needs to be applied for a little longer. Other Possible Complications of a Blood Test
As only a tiny bit of blood will be taken from your body during a blood test, there shouldn't be any big side-effects. Some people may feel a bit dizzy and even faint. If you are one of these people, remember to inform the nurse about it so that she can help you relax a little.