Question 1

is it common to get phlebitis from iv in the hand?

Accepted Answer

Can happen: Ivs whether in the hand or anywhere else need to be placed and maintained in a proper way and not used for longer than needed. Phlebitis or irritation or inflammation of a vein can certainly occur and can even result in infection.

Question 2

i have had phlebitis in my wrist for the past month ( after an iv)  and am getting shooting pains up my entire arm almost like a nerve twinge. normal?

Accepted Answer

Not normal: If you've had phlebitis in a sensitive area like the wrist, there are nerves there that might 'fire off' if irritated. One month seems like a long time-so I am concerned. You should show this to a doc because there could be some sort of compression in that tight space (like a bruise/small fluid collection). It's probably pressing on a nerve in the carpal tunnel. Try raising your arm until see  doc

Question 3

is phlebitis permanent?

Accepted Answer

No: No but depending on cause and location they can recur. The deep vein phlebitis or DVT can become chronic and end up with vein wall damage and swelling.

Question 4

what are the tests for phlebitis?

Accepted Answer

Ultrasound, PE: Phlebitis can occur in a superficial vein, and physical examination will reveal redness, pain, cord-like feel, swelling, and heat.  The deep veins are examined with an ultrasound, and the presentation of DVT varies from mild pain like a muscle strain to more severe pain, swelling, and difficulty in walking.

Question 5

what are the symptoms of having phlebitis?

Accepted Answer

Pain: Phlebitis means that you have an inflamed vein. Usually the vein becomes hard, the skin over it swells, turns red, feels warm and hurts. It is important to know whether you have a blood clot or not though. That takes getting an ultrasound. If you have symptoms like that, you should see a doctor.

Question 6

how to prevent phlebitis ?

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Lifestyle changes.: Don't smoke. Exercise regularly. Avoid direct muscle injury to legs. Elevate legs and minimize salt intake to avoid swelling. Maintain low blood pressure.

Question 7

what is the treatment for phlebitis?

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Depends on area: Superficial phlebitis is treated with heat, anti-inflammatory agents, and tincture of time.  Sometimes when infected, surgical excision is required.   It is good practice to follow a patient with superficial phlebitis of the leg with repeat ultrasound.   Deep venous thrombophlebitis is treated with anticoagulation, initially with heparin, lmwh, converting to coumadin (warfarin).

Question 8

what can i do to avoid phlebitis on the legs?

Accepted Answer

Walk: If you are at increased risk of phlebitis you should wear graduated compression stockings, walk and maintain a healthy weight.

Question 9

does a home remedy or cure exist for arm phlebitis?

Accepted Answer

Please clarify: Please clarify what you mean by phlebitis. In medical terms, it is an inflammation of a vein. It can be superficial or deep.  It can be due to a clot or an infection.  We need more details.

Question 10

phlebitis on the legs. please tell me when it will go away?

Accepted Answer

Several weeks: Phlebitis refers to inflammation in superficial veins, but more generally implies clot in them. This is not the dangerous deep vein clot, or dvt. With appropriate conservative management, including compression stockings, nsaid's, elevation, moist hot compresses, and exercise, the acute symptoms usually resolve within a few weeks, although it may take months for the full clot load to be reabsorbed.

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