It took 3 nurses 5 sticks to hit a vein
By NJ Chicaa
@NJChicaa (126529)
United States
March 4, 2026 4:46am CST
My vein of course. I've always known that I'm a "hard stick" meaning that it is difficult to hit one from which to draw blood. Nurses and phlebotomists used to regularly say that they "rolled" but now the complaint I hear more often is that they are deep.
It is a good thing that I'm not afraid of blood or needles because it took 3 women 5 attempts to find a sweet spot. The hematologist ordered 6 vials which they all thought was a lot. They were shocked when I told them the last time it was 15. 
Anyway I'm hoping this means that he will be by today to clear me for discharge. I can't wait to get out of this hospital!
Anyway I'm hoping this means that he will be by today to clear me for discharge. I can't wait to get out of this hospital!10 people like this
9 responses
@Juliaacv (54734)
• Canada
15h
I feel for you with veins difficult to locate for tests, my husband's are similar.
Mine are visible from across the room I feel.
In the summer I am careful what to wear so that I don't gross people out, especially above the heart leading to my head where they are so easily seen.
My blood tests are always done quick and easy.
I hope that today is your day to be discharged.
Wait, who is watching the kitties?
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@LindaOHio (215395)
• United States
13h
I let them use the top of my hand if they can't find a vein. I have a phlebotomist coming to the house next week from Cancerguard. I don't know how many vials he will take. I hope with all that blood they figure something out.
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@Ineeddentures (20135)
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1h
I am losing track of time
I will go and check you posts
I have a feeling I missed one or two
@GardenGerty (167957)
• United States
1h
I know so many people who have a hard time having blood drawn. I am glad they did finally succeed.
@sallypup (68161)
• Centralia, Washington
8h
How awful for you. I hope you are stable so you can leave.
