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Swollen n bruised where iv was removed, is this normal?

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Dr. Dan Fisher answered

Not uncommon.: Should apply a moist heat cloth a few times a day until this resolves.

Answered 3/25/2013

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A member asked:

Swollen n bruised where iv was removed, is this normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Dan Fisher answered

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