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Is it common to get phlebitis from iv in the hand?
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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.
Answered 7/12/2013
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