Question 1

vein in arm is poking out n hurting. when i hold my hand down it gets big n burns what could that mean?

Accepted Answer

Possible phlebitis: You may be experiencing a condition called phlebitis - or an inflammation of a vein.  Phlebitis can be caused by a thrombus ( blood clot), trauma (needle insertion) or by medications infused into the vein. Some chronic connective tissue disorders, such as lupus, can cause as well.

Question 2

why is my vein swollen and painful after having an iv in my hand. the vein that is swollen and painful starts in the top of my hand and up my arm?

Accepted Answer

Arm swelling: One concerning complication of an IV is phlebitis. Any red streaking up the arm where IV was placed is concerning. Tenderness can be common after IV placement, but this is usually not serious unless associated with fever (usually low-grade), red streaking up arm, warmth/redness, significant swelling/pain. If only minor symptoms present: Swelling can be managed by elevation of arm; pain with NSAIDs

Question 3

veins in arms/hands appear more pronounced - why?

Accepted Answer

loss of fat: Over the years, the subcutaneous fat in our body naturally atrophies.  Think of the difference between the cheeks of a chubby baby and a 90 year old man.  This is also true in the hands.  Some physicians can perform sclerotherapy or ablation of hand veins to make them less noticeable - make sure to go to a vein specialist or phlebologist.

Question 4

my dad woke with a redness in the arm. it looks as though it is redness along a vein in the arm that starts from the top of his hand all the way to t.

Accepted Answer

? phlebitis or lymph: Redness along the arm in a long streak pattern can be related to phlebitis-inflammation of the vein and/or lymphangitis-inflammation of the lymph vessels due to bacterial infection.  This needs physician review.  Can be a big problem with need for antibiotic therapy.

Question 5

why do my veins hurt in my left hand and arm ?

Accepted Answer

Phlebitis: Maybe they are inflamed and you have phlebitis.  If it continues, see your dr.

Question 6

car radiator pinched my arm between it and motor deep gash. think popped a vein what do i do? hand got swollen very quickly

Accepted Answer

Below: Best to see your DR, impossible to give you reassurance that there is nothing serious occurring with out an exam..

Question 7

the vein on the inside of my right hand popped out. then my palm started hurting and now my whole right arm is in pain, what does this mean?

Accepted Answer

Go to ER: You may have a vein occulsion , DVT or stroke in progress. Get a friend to help you call for ambulance and get seen soon.

Question 8

the veins on the top of my hand hurt when i move my hand but it doesnt run through my arm just in the top part of my hand. what is happening?

Accepted Answer

Varies : There are many potential causes including a phlebitis, which is an inflammatory condition of the veins themselves; can also be an arthritic or inflammatory condition of the wrist or hand itself.  Don’t hesitate to be seen for an accurate diagnosis.

Question 9

had to inject iv valium, but couldn't find vein on arms. only on hands. kept missing. finally injected & it made knob which disappeared in minutes.

Accepted Answer

Ivdu valium: I'm sorry to hear that you're struggling so much with what sounds like benzodiazepine addiction. You may have had what is commonly called a "blown" vein. Most importantly, it sounds like you need to enter a detoxification and drug treatment center. IV drug use carries significant risk including hepatitis and HIV. Please think about detox today. Treatment for co morbid anxiety will help.

Question 10

there is pain in my hands and arms, it feels like a veins pain but i don't know what is it exactly, 
what's the reason?

i can't left heavy weights.

Accepted Answer

Hand/arm pain: is it in the finger? which fingers? Do you have numbness? Tingling? Can be carpal tunnel vs thoracic outlet syndrome versus tenodnitis/ or rarely if previsou injury complex regionla pain or clot. Would follow up with doctor/urgent  care

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Vein in arm is poking out n hurting. when i hold my hand down it gets big n burns what could that mean?

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Why is my vein swollen and painful after having an iv in my hand. the vein that is swollen and painful starts in the top of my hand and up my arm?

A member asked:

Veins in arms/hands appear more pronounced - why?

A member asked:

My dad woke with a redness in the arm. it looks as though it is redness along a vein in the arm that starts from the top of his hand all the way to t.

A member asked:

Why do my veins hurt in my left hand and arm ?

A member asked:

Car radiator pinched my arm between it and motor deep gash. think popped a vein what do i do? hand got swollen very quickly

A member asked:

The vein on the inside of my right hand popped out. then my palm started hurting and now my whole right arm is in pain, what does this mean?

A member asked:

The veins on the top of my hand hurt when i move my hand but it doesnt run through my arm just in the top part of my hand. what is happening?

A member asked:

Had to inject iv valium, but couldn't find vein on arms. only on hands. kept missing. finally injected & it made knob which disappeared in minutes.

A member asked:

There is pain in my hands and arms, it feels like a veins pain but i don't know what is it exactly, what's the reason? i can't left heavy weights.

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