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Noticed Pain On Wrist After Donating Blood

I donated blood on Mon. The nurse botched the needle insertion. In addition to pain at the needle site, I noticed some pain at my wrist when the needle was inserted. The donation was abandoned since there wasn t enough flow of blood from the tapped vein. Since the donation, I have pain in my wrist when I pull things (e.g., car door) or when I pick up some items. I assume the needle must have hit a nerve. Will this pain go away soon or should I get it looked at?
Thu, 24 Apr 2014
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Internal Medicine Specialist 's  Response
Dear Friend.
Welcome to HCM.
I am Dr Anshul Varshney. I have read your query in detail. I understand your concern.
This usually occurs due to Thrombophlebitis.
If you have severe pain and bluish discoloration over that area, you may apply Thrombophobe Ointment over there.
This would resolve in few days.
This is my best opinion for you based on available details. If you any have further query, please ask me.
Stay Healthy
Dr Anshul Varshney, MD
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Noticed Pain On Wrist After Donating Blood

Dear Friend. Welcome to HCM. I am Dr Anshul Varshney. I have read your query in detail. I understand your concern. This usually occurs due to Thrombophlebitis. If you have severe pain and bluish discoloration over that area, you may apply Thrombophobe Ointment over there. This would resolve in few days. This is my best opinion for you based on available details. If you any have further query, please ask me. Stay Healthy Dr Anshul Varshney, MD