A member asked:

I got a iv it got my hand red and swollen it looks normal hurts when i try but can't put my hand straight feels like a ball inside it wut can it be?

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Phlebitis: Superficial phlebitis is inflamation of a superficial vein. It can happen with IV catheters. See doctor if it's hurting or red to be sure is not getting infected.

Answered 6/10/2014

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