How much pain is involved in a TB test?

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mofrog1

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Tomorrow, I'm getting a TB test done because I am going to volunteer at the hospital this summer. I have a fear of needles and though its not a deathly fear of them, I have OCD as well and things like shots, bloodwork, and IV's make me nervous. Since this is my first TB test, how much pain should I expect?
I'll pick best answer and tell everyone how it goes right after I get home from the procedure (If I have time).
 
There is very little to no pain. There is SOME discomfort. It is just a little "dead" virus/bacteria that they under the skin. It's a little bubble. It is truly nothing to worry about. Best wishes and thanks for volunteering!
 
The medicl procedure of getting tested for tuberculosis is simple. They generally start out with sticking a needle into your bone marrow which, can get quite painful. However, generally more expensive, you can get tested through your reproductive organs and they will extract testosterone from your ovaries or testicles. That one is more painful I think.
 
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