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Should I Be Concerned About A Growing Clot At The Place Where Needle Was Punctured To Tale Blood For Donation?
hi doctor, I donated blood two days ago, just few hours after the blood donation i could see a blood clot at the place (under the arm's skin) where needle was punctured..since then that clot size bas been growing and now i can see a clot with atleast 4 cm diameter.. is this normal or should i see a doctor ??
Sat, 25 Jan 2014
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If you have noticed an expansion of the size of a bruise or can feels bump in the area, please see your physician immediately.
If you have noticed an expansion of the size of a bruise or can feels bump in the area, please see your physician immediately.
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