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How To Treat Slight Swelling And Discoloration In Hand After Drawing Blood?
I have phlebotomy class and Friday a girl drawn blood from me in my hand about 1 minute after under the skin formed a lump it was getting bigger fast. My teacher told me to put pressure on it for 2 to 3 mins and the swelling went down a little..it s now completely down but still sore but now it s also blue under my skin and covering the vien. What happened and why? Am I gonna be ok?
Thu, 5 Jan 2017
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I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
You will be absolutely fine. Some blood has just leaked into your skin causing a bruise and swelling which can be painful. All these symptoms will resolve over the course of a few days to a week.
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Dr. Musarrath Raboobee
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
You will be absolutely fine. Some blood has just leaked into your skin causing a bruise and swelling which can be painful. All these symptoms will resolve over the course of a few days to a week.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Musarrath Raboobee
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