I never thought of it that way.

Usual checkups, with height, weight measurements were no haste. The occasional blood sugar test was there as well.

It's just that, the combination of blood and needles make my skin crawl. 

Like something unsettling is slowly traveling up my arms. 

It makes me shiver even though it's not cold.

When I see a needle or even think about one, I can feel it pierce my skin.

Unwanted guests. 

Thorns of terror. 

My fingers go numb and I start to loose contact with my appendages.

Panic attacks, though not severe, have happened.

This is why I'm not a nurse.

Paperwork suits me perfectly.