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Is it possible that a saline iv cause swelling and a small haematoma if injected into the skin?

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Dr. Vicki Levine answered

Specializes in Dermatology

Yes: If the IV slips out of your vein and then the saline runs into your skin you can certainly get a hematoma. Using warmth on it may help.

Answered 6/10/2014

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