Does a butterfly needle hurt more than a real needle?
Regular needles are the same guage as butterfly needles. They just use a different technique. I have had both and don't think that butterfly needles hurt any more than regular ones. ChaCha!
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by Kathrine L.
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About Butterfly Needle
A butterfly needle is a short needle with a small diameter that is attached to a thin, flexible tube. The needle is surrounded by two rubber wings that allow the phlebotomist to grip and move the needle easily. The tube is attached to a rubber boot that attaches to the blood collection tube. The butterfly needle is also known as a scalp vein needle and they are the most practical and the most commonly used IV needles for infants.
About Butterfly Needles
Butterfly needles are short, small diameter needles attached to a flexible tube. The needle has two rubber wings on either side that allow the phlebotomist to easily hold onto or move the needle. The tube is attached to a rubber boot, which attaches to the blood collection tube. Blood taken from the wrist, hand and foot are usually done with a butterfly needle, which allows the patient some sort of movement without knocking the needle out of place.
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