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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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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.
Answered 2/7/2014
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