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I had an iv and now the my vein is hard and has a bump in it, what is this?

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Dr. Joel Gallant answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Thrombophlebitis: It sounds like a superficial thrombophlebitis, a common complication of having an iv. It just means that the vein has become clotted. This is not a dangerous problem, and can be treated with frequent hot compresses. See a doctor if your arm gets swollen or you get a fever.

Answered 1/28/2017

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A member asked:

I had an iv and now the my vein is hard and has a bump in it, what is this?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Joel Gallant answered

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