What Causes Redness, Itching And Soreness In The Site After A Blood Test?

Posted on Tue, 31 May 2016

Question: I went to A&E last night and they took some blood. However this morning I find the site where they took blood has become red, sore and itchy. Can you advise me what to do.

I am concerned that there may have been an infection there. I am not usually allergic to plasters or anything. I did have a CT scan of the brain but was fine.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Ivan Romich (10 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Apply cold compresses

Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome to HCM.

Could you send photo please? You can simply upload it..

This is common after venepuncture and in most cases this is not infection,but just small hematoma under the skin due to damaged vein wall.

At this point you should just apply cold compresses and keep arm elevated.

Wish you good health.
Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Ivan Romich (16 minutes later)

Thanks for your fast answer. I have uploaded the best picture I can but it is actually redder than in the picture. I have applied antiseptic cream to it.

Thanks XXXXXXX

Answered by Dr. Dr. Ivan Romich (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
nothing serious..

Detailed Answer:
yes, it doesn't look like infection nor thrombophlebitis at this point so just keep area clean and rest.

Regards

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee