That makes a lot of difference! I've had vampires who practically immobilized the arm with bruising, versus those I didn't even feel. I thought seriously of breaking a nurse's nose, once... It IS an art! :-)
Next time, load up on water before the visit. This has a dual benefit; first, it makes the urine sample a relief instead of a task, and second, it plumps up those veins, making them nice juicy targets.
I get blood work done frequently and ultra-hydration is the secret to a painless draw.
Last time I had one of those, it took the phleb three sticks (two in one arm, one in the other) to find a vein. I can't imagine how. Glad it went better for you.
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That makes a lot of difference!
ReplyDeleteI've had vampires who practically immobilized the arm with bruising, versus those I didn't even feel. I thought seriously of breaking a nurse's nose, once...
It IS an art! :-)
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Next time, load up on water before the visit. This has a dual benefit; first, it makes the urine sample a relief instead of a task, and second, it plumps up those veins, making them nice juicy targets.
ReplyDeleteI get blood work done frequently and ultra-hydration is the secret to a painless draw.
Not those tests, Raz. It's all blood work. They're concerned about blood sugat, thyroid levels, and various old-lady concerns.
ReplyDeleteLast time I had one of those, it took the phleb three sticks (two in one arm, one in the other) to find a vein. I can't imagine how. Glad it went better for you.
ReplyDeleteHope all your numbers are "in the green."
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