It only stings if the technician doesn't let the alcohol dry completely or if they insert at a slightly off angle. In a perfect world, nobody would feel anything but not every stick can be a perfect stick. We are all human and it's very normal for some people to have a visceral reaction to the needle whether they feel anything or not. I've had my fair share of bad blood draws as a patient myself so I know the feeling of a needle going in in the worst way lol it's not a fun experience sometimes.
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u/Devil2960 Jun 10 '25
I feel it. It's nothing terrible, but I feel it enough to see how it gives some the heebie-jeebies. :)