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What Causes Mild Pain On The Sternum After Donating Blood?
I donated blood two days ago. Since then I ve had an intermittent dull ache to the left side of my sternum.I don t have pain with activity; I notice it most when I have a chance to rest. Could this mild discomfort be related to the drop in blood volume or pressure?
Thu, 25 Feb 2016
Hello,
The pain is not caused by your blood donation.
The volume donated is made up in a few hours and there's no long standing drop in the blood pressure. If the pain persists, it's better to see a doctor and have yourself examined and tested.
Take care,
The pain is not caused by your blood donation.
The volume donated is made up in a few hours and there's no long standing drop in the blood pressure. If the pain persists, it's better to see a doctor and have yourself examined and tested.
Take care,
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